Pilates Instructor
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Club Pilates offers group reformer classes in various formats and levels to accommodate everyone seeking to learn Pilates and hone their fitness expertise. Club Pilates is a well-established, nation-wide brand, committed to providing affordable and accessible Pilates to the community.
POSITION:
The purpose of the Pilates Instructor is to provide safe, effective group Pilates instruction in accordance with all Club Pilates guidelines and expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
500- hour comprehensive Pilates education (Minimum education to include: Mat, Reformer, Chair and Springboard)
Up to date CPR training or willingness to obtain
Demonstrate anatomical knowledge and focus on safety
Pleasant demeanor and excellent customer service skills
Experience teaching 6 or more participants in an apparatus-based group class
Maintain open availability for a minimum of 6 hours per week(this will vary)
Demonstrate group reformer instruction abilities
Professional and effective communication skills
Proven public speaking skills
Proven Sales Abilities
In depth understanding of the benefits of Pilates and what sets Club Pilates apart from other Pilates studios
Willingess to evolve with new developments in the fitness industry, specifically Pilates
Comfortable adding TRX, Barre and Trigger Point modalities to teaching repertoire
Team player
Passion for learning and willingness to attend continued education trainings and seminars
Punctual and reliable
Ability to implement and streamline new procedures in a diverse environment
Ability to recognize areas of improvement and pro-actively communicate with management
Consistently uses excellent judgment
Ability to work harmoniously with the public, management and instructors
Professional and neat
Trustworthy and maintains confidentiality
Strong problem-solving skills
Proficient in (or ability to becomeP ClubReady software for basic use
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide Pilates instruction to include Intro Classes, group apparatus classes, private and semi-private training as scheduled by management
Must be skilled at proper and safe use of a variety of equipment during each class, including, but not limited to, hand weights, Exo- Chair, Reformer, Springboard, TRX, Magic Circle and other equipment as needed to ensure a safe yet creative group experience
Visually inspect the equipment prior to the beginning of class to ensure equipment is in good working order and safe to use
Responsible for studio tidiness and returning equipment to standards set by studio management
Must arrive at a set time prior to the beginning of each scheduled class or private session
Stay up to date with, and implement Club Pilates education standards at all times
Maintain high standards of cleanliness
Participate in special events (health fairs, grand openings, marathons, and community and hospital events) to promote the club
Maintain honesty and integrity
Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
Must be able to lift 20 lbs and to be able to move/push equipment as needed
Visual acuity required
Prolonged standing
Must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate well with others both one-on-one and in front of groups
Ability to think and process information quickly, clearly and accurately
Strong reasoning ability, able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written or oral instructions; able to deal calmly and logically with problems and people, even under pressure