Pilates Instructor
About the role
Club Pilates, founded in San Diego in 2007, has expanded nationwide, delivering over eight million workouts each year. Staying true to Joseph Pilates’ original Reformer‑based Contrology Method while incorporating modern group practice and state‑of‑the‑art equipment, Club Pilates provides high‑quality, life‑changing training at an affordable price. The ideal candidate is passionate about Pilates and helping others improve their lives through health and fitness. Energetic, friendly, willing to learn, and able to build relationships with clients, sell classes, and lead dynamic apparatus‑focused workouts (using Balanced Body reformers, EXO chairs, TRX, spring boards, ballet barre, etc.). Confidence working with all client levels to deliver challenging, fitness‑based Pilates classes safely is essential.
Responsibilities
- Providing Pilates group reformer classes pursuant to Club Pilates standards
- Instructing clients (up to 12 per class) using proper form and safe methods on a variety of equipment including Reformer, Springboard, Exo‑Chair, hand weights, etc., to ensure a safe yet creative experience
- Conducting private, semi‑private, demo or other additional sessions as needed
- Visually inspecting equipment prior to each class to ensure it is in good working order and safe to use
- Maintaining a clean and orderly workout environment
- Assisting with membership sales and checking clients in
- Building studio revenue by promoting retail and membership sales & services
- Being a motivating and inspiring force to promote the motto: Do Pilates. Do Life
Requirements
- Current full apparatus Pilates Certification with 450 hours of experience or equivalent
- Experience teaching group classes
- Ability to demonstrate effective group reformer instruction
- Energetic, positive and motivational teaching style
- Capable of using a contemporary approach to classical exercises
- Punctual, reliable and dedicated
- Desire to build a successful business in an entrepreneurial environment
- Focus on customer service, including professional and effective communication skills
- Experience with club management software and/or the ability to learn new systems (e.g., Club Ready)
Benefits
- Club membership
- Continuing education
- Employee status (not independent contractor)
- Room for growth
- Supportive & fun environment
Pay
Very competitive base salary based on experience and performance; unlimited growth potential within the company.
Schedule
Blocked scheduling and shifts, with the ability to teach multiple level classes.