Junior Pilates Instructor
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Job Summary:
Become a part of the Pilates movement with Club Pilates! Spartan Fitness Holdings is Club Pilates' largest franchisee with over 160 studios across 16 different states. The size of our company allows Pilates to become a true career! With Spartan Fitness Holdings, you will have a huge network of support, opportunities for growth and development, health insurance benefits, 401K matching opportunities, free Pilates classes, employee discounts, and more! We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and hardworking individuals that want to help improve the lives of others through health, fitness and community! Is that you? Apply today!
The Junior Pilates Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality Pilates instruction in a safe, effective, and motivating environment. This includes leading group apparatus classes, introductory sessions, and private or semi-private training in alignment with company standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong anatomical knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for helping members achieve their fitness goals through safe and engaging Pilates practice.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Essential Job Functions:
- Deliver Pilates instruction for group classes, private, and semi-private sessions as scheduled by management.
- Ensure proper and safe use of all studio equipment, including Reformers, Mats, Magic Circles, hand weights, and other apparatus.
- Conduct pre-class equipment inspections to ensure all items are in safe, working condition.
- Maintain studio tidiness, ensuring equipment is returned and stored according to management standards.
- Arrive on site prior to scheduled sessions to prepare for class setup and client interaction.
- Participate in networking or community events to promote the studio and attract new members.
- Stay current with company education standards and incorporate updates into class programming.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and strong customer service at all times.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by studio management.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of Pilates principles, anatomy, and body mechanics.
- Ability to instruct and modify exercises for diverse populations and fitness levels.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; confident public speaking ability.
- Strong reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Punctual, reliable, and able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to continued education and personal development.
- Proficiency with (or ability to learn) ClubReady software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Education & Experience:
- Minimum 250-hour comprehensive Pilates education, including Mat and Reformer certifications.
- Willingness to complete Chair and Springboard modules (minimum) within 6 months of hire.
- Up-to-date CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain and maintain).
- Experience teaching apparatus-based group classes of 6 or more participants.
- Proven ability to create safe, effective, and engaging class formats.
- Prior experience in a health club or boutique fitness setting preferred.
Wage & Compensation:
The hourly rate or salary range for this position is broad to reflect the range of experience, skills, and certifications candidates may bring. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and location, consistent with applicable state pay transparency laws.
Instructors are eligible for a quarterly incentive program. Instructors earn 10% commission on private training, retail, and first month membership sales.
Benefits:
Instructors are required to teach an average of 25 classes a week throughout a six-month lookback period to qualify for benefits. ALL Spartan employees are eligible to participate in the Spartan 401K program with up to a 5% match.
Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Other Ancillary Products
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and perform repetitive motions.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. and move/push Pilates equipment as needed.
- Prolonged standing during instruction.
- Visual acuity and auditory ability sufficient to observe clients and communicate effectively in one-on-one or group settings.
- Ability to process information quickly and apply reasoning to solve problems calmly and effectively
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. We intend that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity, and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.