Elite Pilates PT - 1:1 & Small-Group Coaching

Virgin Active; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

The People's Pension (3% contributions

Complimentary Virgin Active membership

Family membership for children (Club V

Discounts on Virgin Active services

Employee discounts across Virgin Group

Discounts on food at KAUAI in clubs

Salary Finance access

Health Heroes counselling

Dexters corporate letting services

ePoints discounts

Discounts on Academy courses

Job summary

Virgin Active is seeking Elite Pilates Personal Trainers to join our Product team. Deliver personalised 1:1 sessions and lead group classes to a high standard, shaping future wellness. You’ll design progression programmes, manage bookings, and engage members to boost retention and referrals.

Experience in Comprehensive Pilates, DBS and liability insurance are essential. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends, with a focus on exceptional member experiences and professional development

Qualifications

• A recognised Comprehensive Pilates qualification covering all apparatus.
• Experience working within a Comprehensive Pilates studio environment.
• A valid DBS check.
• Public liability insurance.
• A proven ability to coach clients safely and effectively to a high standard.
• Confidence working independently and managing your own schedule.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to work with members with different goals, abilities and learning styles.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence using booking systems and digital platforms.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.
• The ability to handle member feedback and concerns professionally, positively and proactively.
• Passionate about Pilates, committed to delivering an exceptional member experience and shaping the future of wellness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised 1:1 Pilates sessions tailored to individual member goals, needs and abilities.
• Lead small-equipment group Pilates classes that motivate, challenge and inspire our members.
• Deliver Virgin Active signature Pilates group classes to a consistently high standard.
• Design structured programmes that support progression, performance and long-term movement quality.
• Identify movement limitations and integrate corrective strategies into training programmes.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with members to support retention and engagement.
• Translate complex Pilates concepts into clear, engaging coaching.
• Uphold brand standards through professionalism and leadership on the gym floor.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and club teams to enhance the Pilates experience.
• Take ownership of your professional development and complete Virgin Active training.
• Support the club’s commercial performance and hit our 23+ sessions per week target.

Skills

Pilates coaching

Client coaching

Schedule management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Comprehensive Pilates qualification

DBS check

Tools

Booking systems

Digital platforms

Job description

Virgin Active is seeking Elite Pilates Personal Trainers to join our Product team. Deliver personalised 1:1 sessions and lead group classes to a high standard, shaping future wellness. You’ll design progression programmes, manage bookings, and engage members to boost retention and referrals.

Experience in Comprehensive Pilates, DBS and liability insurance are essential. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends, with a focus on exceptional member experiences and professional development