Working as a Pilates Instructor with Riser Fitness is fun and flexible! We are your W2 employer, offer block scheduling, free Club Pilates membership and classes (based on eligibility and/or availability). PTO, 401k with match, ongoing training and development and more! Our Pilates Instructors are paid an hourly rate and can earn bonus based on class attendance. A typical instructor earns anywhere from $40-70 per class and has additional earning opportunities with new member enrollments, private training and specialized workshops. We pay full class rates for our new member intro classes!!
Position Title: Pilates Instructor
Reports to: General Manager and Lead Instructor
Status: Hourly, Non-exempt
POSITION
The Pilates instructor provides safe, effective group Pilates instruction using the reformer and other pieces of equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide Pilates classes, including group reformer classes, as directed and pursuant to Club Pilates standards and at times set by Club Pilates (e.g. learning names, asking for injuries, cueing Pilates exercises)
• 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 and other equipment as needed to ensure a safe yet creative group experience
• May be required to conduct private, semi-private, or other additional sessions a needed
• Will visually inspect the equipment prior to the beginning of class to ensure equipment is in good working order and safe to use
• Instructor will be responsible for maintenance of the studio, including cleaning floor after each shift and making sure equipment is left in a specific configuration for the next shift.
• Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 be able to move/push equipment as needed
• Visual acuity required
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Work Environment:
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is not exposed to any adverse or inclement conditions
About Us: Be a part of the growing boutique fitness industry and join our Team! Interact directly with prospective members and help them on their fitness journey while you connect and contribute to our studio community in this fun, high-energy and service-focused environment!
Riser Fitness, established in 2013, is a multi-unit operator and developer of the Club Pilates franchise system. With locations in AZ, CA, CO, OR, and WA. Riser Fitness is one of the largest and longest operating franchisees of Club Pilates Studios.
Club Pilates offers group reformer classes in various formats and levels to accommodate everyone seeking to learn Pilates and hone their fitness expertise. Committed to providing affordable and accessible Pilates to the community, class formats target a wide range of clients needs – from young to more senior and beginner to advanced. Club Pilates was one of the first studios to create a 500-hour Teacher Training Program designed to thoroughly and safely teach group Pilates apparatus classes. Its over 2200 instructors provide over 17 million workouts a year to tens of thousands of members. Club Pilates has been recognized in Inc Magazine's Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 List as well as Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 multiple years in a row!
• 450-hour certification through Club Pilates or comparable education program
• Excellent customer service skills required
• Must be able to demonstrate effective group reformer instruction
• Excellent interpersonal skills required
• Must communicate professionally and effectively to clients and colleagues
• Must have excellent public speaking skills
• Must have proficient computer skills
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and access to reliable transportation. Must have a clean DMV record and successfully pass background check. Daily and/or occasional travel may be required.