Pilates Instructor (Reformer & Apparatus)
Midtown Athletic Clubs · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
OTHR$36–$47/hrPart-time
Midtown is seeking a passionate and experienced Pilates Instructor to join our growing team. We're looking for someone who loves helping people move better, feel stronger, and achieve results through expertly designed Pilates programming. Our instructors deliver exceptional experiences through small-group reformer classes and private training sessions while building meaningful relationships with members. You'll work in a premium studio environment featuring Balanced Body reformers with towers, EXO chairs, ARC barrels, and a variety of apparatus and props. Immediate opportunity to teach established classes, inherit active clients, and build a thriving private training business. Looking to expand your schedule? Our growing Pilates program offers opportunities to increase teaching hours and private training volume. Whether you're seeking part-time opportunities or looking to grow into a full-time schedule with benefits, Midtown offers the support, member demand, and resources to help you thrive. What You'll Do Lead engaging small-group Pilates classes and private training sessionsDesign and deliver safe, effective, and results-driven Pilates programmingUtilize reformers, towers, chairs, barrels, and additional apparatus to create dynamic member experiencesDevelop individualized and group programming that supports member goals and long-term successBuild strong member relationships that encourage retention and referralsDeliver sessions with professionalism, energy, and attention to detailComplete required administrative responsibilities and client documentationParticipate in team meetings, educational opportunities, and club initiativesMaintain a clean, organized, and welcoming studio environment What We're Looking For Passion for helping people improve their health, movement, and quality of lifeStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to coach and motivate clients of varying experience levels and abilitiesProfessional, reliable, and team-oriented mindsetCommitment to delivering an exceptional member experience Qualifications Required Pilates Reformer Certification from a nationally recognized training programExperience teaching Pilates group classes and/or private sessionsCurrent CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) Strongly Preferred Certification and experience teaching additional Pilates apparatus, including: Tower/Cadillac Chair Barrels and other apparatusExperience working with Balanced Body equipmentExperience building and maintaining a private client roster Why Midtown? Established Pilates program with a loyal and engaged member communityImmediate opportunity to step into existing classes and client demandOpportunity to teach both group classes and private sessionsPremium equipment and studio environmentCollaborative and supportive team cultureOngoing professional development opportunitiesFull-time benefits available, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)Complimentary club membership Compensation $36-$47 per hour, based on experience, certifications, and class type. Join Midtown and bring your passion for Pilates to a team that values exceptional coaching, meaningful member relationships, and professional growth. This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department. MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.