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The Sports Backers Fitness Warriors program offers FREE and FUN fitness classes all over the Richmond
With support from the Richmond City Health District, the Sports Backers’ Fitness Warriors program trains area residents who have talent, passion, and potential to be professional fitness instructors for Richmond’s communities with the highest rates of chronic disease. Fitness Warriors are selected for their skills and leadership, and we train them up to be certified group exercise instructors. Throughout the program, Warriors meet as a class 1-2 times/month on the weekends and get dedicated training and support from professionals in the field. Throughout the program we teach the basics of fitness instruction and coaching, help to grow each Warrior’s leadership skills, introduce multiple exercise class styles, and create expertise in the fundamentals of teaching cardio, strength, and flexibility. Along the way, Warriors are going out and leading free fitness classes, with ongoing supportive site visits from our team, in the communities that need them the most. By teaching these weekly classes around the Richmond region, Warriors get to hone their skills AND provide an important resource to Richmonders who are trying to stay healthy.
Don’t overthink it. Don’t hesitate. Your time to become a Fitness Warrior is NOW! 💪🏾
Hear what our Warriors have to say, then take that next step! Applications are OPEN, and we’re hosting a virtual Open House next Monday, 9/21 at 7 PM.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to register for the Open House or apply today!
09/14/2026
🍁 FLOW INTO FALL: A WARRIOR RHYTHM POP-UP 🍁
September is Yoga Awareness Month, and Fitness Warriors is inviting the community to experience yoga in a whole new way. 🧘🏾♀️🔥
Think yoga isn’t for you? This might be the class that changes your mind. 😏
On Tuesday, September 29 at 7 PM, Warrior Rhythm is taking over Beulah Recreation Center in Chesterfield for Flow into Fall — a pop-up experience that brings familiar yoga-inspired poses together with music, movement, strength, energy, and a whole lot of attitude! 💪🏾🎶
This is NOT your traditional yoga class.
✨ Only 25 spots are available.
Registration is open so claim a spot!
🍁 Let the Warrior energy take you into fall.
What if the thing you’re afraid you’re “too old” to do… is actually the thing you’re meant to do? 👀🔥
Wilma had fears about joining Fitness Warriors. One of them? Her age.
Fast forward… 👇🏾
✨ She trained with us.
📚 She became ACE certified.
🏋🏾♀️ She went from class participant to CLASS LEADER.
🙌🏾 She’s led classes and inspired her community for years.
🏆 She was named Volunteer of the Year in 2025.
💪🏾 And now? She’s a Warrior who leads from the front.
And here’s the part we LOVE most: Wilma started as a participant in 2014.
She showed up for herself… and eventually became the person helping others show up for themselves.
That could be YOU. 👏🏾
You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to be the “fittest” person in the room. You just need passion, purpose, a willingness to learn, and a desire to make an impact.
The 15th Class of Fitness Warriors is forming NOW. 🔥
If you’ve ever thought:
💭 “Maybe I could do this…”
💭 “I’d love to help my community…”
💭 “I’m ready for something bigger…”
THIS IS YOUR SIGN.
Applications are OPEN! 🚨
👉🏾 Apply today at RVAFitnessWarriors.org
Your story could start as a participant… and lead to you becoming the one at the front of the room.
Don’t just join the movement. LEAD IT.
09/08/2026
WANT TO KNOW MORE BEFORE YOU APPLY?
Join us for a Fitness Warriors Virtual Open House
📅 Monday September 21st
⏰ 7PM EST
💻 Zoom- link in our bio
Learn about:
* The Fitness Warriors experience
* Training
* What we’re looking for
* What it means to be a Warrior
* The application process
Bring your questions. We are looking for instructors of all ages. With daytime and/ or evening availability. No prior fitness knowledge is required. We can’t wait to meet you!
09/04/2026
🚨 APPLICATIONS ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🚨
We’re looking for the next class of Fitness Warriors! 💪🏾🔥
Our 15th class is calling on passionate, community-minded people who are ready to turn their love of fitness into an opportunity to move, motivate, and make an impact right here in our communities.
👟 We’re especially looking for applicants with:
✨ Daytime availability
🌙 Evening availability
📍 A strong interest in serving the Tri-Cities
📍 Northside & East End of Richmond
You don’t have to be a fitness expert—you just need to bring your passion, commitment, and willingness to learn. We’ll help you build the skills to become a confident group fitness instructor and Fitness Warrior.
This is more than a workout. It’s an opportunity to become a leader in your community. ❤️
📣 Applications are OPEN NOW!
Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a Fitness Warrior.
👉🏾 Apply at RVAFitnessWarriors.org ➡️ Become an instructor
09/03/2026
🎉 ROBINSON THEATER IS MOVING! 🎉
We’re bringing THREE Fitness Warriors classes to the Robinson Theater—and we’re kicking things off next week! 🙌🏾
First up: Chair Fitness with Stephanie 🪑💪🏾
Join us Tuesday at 10 AM for a fun, accessible workout designed to help you build strength, improve mobility, and feel good while you move.
Whether you’re new to fitness or just looking for a different way to get moving, there’s a place for you here.
📍 Robinson Theater
🗓️ Tuesday | 10 AM
🪑 Chair Fitness with Stephanie
This is a NEW class, and we want to see you there!
👉🏾 Register at RVAfitnesswarriors.org to save your spot.
Next up at Robinson Theater: Functional Flow + Calm & Cardio! 👀🔥
Class #2 of our THREE NEW Fitness Warriors classes is bringing strength, movement, and real-life function to the Robinson Theater!
Meet us Wednesday at 6 PM for Functional Flow with Sherman. 💪🏾
Think movement that helps you feel stronger, more capable, and ready for whatever everyday life throws your way.
Come ready to move. Come ready to challenge yourself. And most importantly—come ready to have a good time! 😏
📍 Robinson Theater
🗓️ Wednesday | 6 PM
🔥 Functional Flow with Sherman
Your new Wednesday night workout is waiting.
👉🏾 Register at RVAfitnesswarriors.org to save your spot!
And don’t forget—we’ve got Calm & Cardio coming Thursday! 👀❤️
We’re wrapping up our launch week with the THIRD of THREE NEW Fitness Warriors classes!
Re-introducing Calm & Cardio with Stephanie—a chance to get your heart pumping, your body moving, and your mind feeling refreshed.
Join us Thursday at 5:30 PM at the Robinson Theater. ✨
Because cardio doesn’t always have to mean going all out. This class is about finding your rhythm, moving with intention, and leaving with a little more energy than you came with.
📍 Robinson Theater
🗓️ Thursday | 5:30 PM
❤️ Calm & Cardio with Stephanie
Three new classes. One new place to move. Your spot is waiting!
👉🏾 Head to RVAfitnesswarriors.org and register to save your spot.
09/02/2026
We're ! Sports Backers is seeking a passionate and dedicated Program Manager to support and strengthen the Fitness Warriors program.
The Fitness Warriors Manager oversees day-to-day operations, coordination, and implementation of the program, supports volunteer instructors, manages logistics and systems, and strengthens community engagement.
This is a full-time, office-based position located in Richmond, Virginia, with the expectation of being on-site for events and occasional flexibility to work remotely.
Interested candidates should visit www.sportsbackers.org/jobs-internships/ to apply. For best consideration, please apply by October 11.
You might have the same question. So we asked a Warrior or two;
“What inspired you to become a Fitness Warrior?”
Applications open on Friday Sept 4. In the meantime checkout a class at RVAFitnessWarriors.org
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