Pilates Instructor

AUSactive; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AUSactive in Sydney, Australia is seeking an experienced Pilates instructor specializing in seniors. You will teach low-impact movements to strengthen the core and support spinal health while adapting to individual mobility needs.

Focus on balance, joint health, and safe use of Pilates equipment. You will guide posture, breathing, and pacing with empathy and precise cues to ensure comfort and safety for older clients.

Formación

• Certification: Mat and Apparatus Pilates from a recognized body like PMA or equivalent.
• Specialised training in Pilates for seniors, joint rehab, or bone health.
• First Aid and CPR/AED credentials.
• Soft skills: empathy, patience, observation and supportive communication.

Responsabilidades

• Tailor classical Pilates movements using props to accommodate limited mobility or spinal conditions.
• Safely guide seniors using equipment like Reformer or Tower with light, stable spring tensions.
• Provide clear verbal cues and gentle visual direction for proper spinal alignment and breathing.
• Maintain a controlled class pace prioritising safety over speed or high repetitions.

Conocimientos

Empathy

Patience

Observation skills

Communication

Educación

Pilates certification (Mat and Apparatus)

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Descripción del empleo

Role Overview

• Enhance core stability: Teach targeted exercises that strengthen the deep abdominal and back muscles to support the spine.
• Improve functional balance: Focus on movements that strengthen the hips, ankles, and feet to aid in fall prevention.
• Protect joint health: Deliver non-weight-bearing or low-impact exercises that build strength without straining arthritic or sensitive joints.

Key Responsibilities

• Exercise modification: Tailor classical Pilates movements using props like blocks, bands, Pilates balls, or chairs to accommodate limited mobility or spinal conditions (e.g., osteoporosis, stenosis).
• Safe equipment management: Safely guide seniors using specialized apparatus like the Pilates Reformer or Tower, ensuring spring tensions are light and stable.
• Posture and alignment correction: Provide clear verbal cues and gentle visual direction to ensure proper spinal alignment and breathing techniques.
• Pace control: Maintain a controlled, deliberate class pace that prioritizes precision and safety over speed or high repetitions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: A comprehensive Pilates certification (Mat and Apparatus) from a recognized body like the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) or equivalent.
• Specialised training: Advanced workshops or certifications specifically in Pilates for seniors, joint replacement rehabilitation, or bone health.
• First Aid: Current First Aid and CPR/AED credentials.
• Soft skills: High empathy, an encouraging tone, extreme patience, and sharp observation skills to spot compensation patterns.