Cycling Instructors, Austin

Equinox; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Complimentary club membership

Product & service perks

Job summary

Equinox in Austin is seeking Cycling Instructors. The role includes completing a 7‑week paid mentorship program, Equinox Cycle Pro, with the possibility to begin teaching sooner in some cases.

After mentorship, a final audition leads to regular cycling classes for our diverse member base. Responsibilities include delivering exceptional Equinox experiences, adjusting class intensity for participants, and maintaining punctuality.

Qualifications

• Current cycling certification; certification may be completed prior to teaching.
• CPR/AED certification current.
• Knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and ACSM guidelines.
• Eagerness to learn and continue professional development.
• Friendly, vibrant, and outgoing personality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Equinox Experience to members in each class.
• Adhere to class descriptions and modify intensity as needed.
• Monitor exercise intensity throughout the class.
• Ensure class begins and ends on time.
• Assist Members with bike technical support to maximize experience.
• Teach classes regularly and keep substitutions to a minimum.
• Communicate with Group Fitness Manager on feedback and equipment status.

Skills

Cycling certification

CPR/AED

Anatomy & kinesiology

Professional development

Friendly & outgoing

Job description

Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.

We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.

WHAT WE DO

We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.

Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.

Job Description

EquinoxAustin isseeking CyclingInstructors. We have 3 lanes of cycling at Equinox: Road, Competition, and Beats, to meet the needs of our diverse member base and satisfy the variety of styles of cycling instructors. At Equinox, we conduct a 7‑week paid mentorship program, Equinox Cycle Pro, that prepares instructors for success in the lane that suits them best. In some instances, it is possible to bypass the mentorship program and begin teaching immediately. The Equinox Cycle Pro Program entails the following responsibilities:

• Complete the 7‑week paid mentorship cycling program: Equinox Cycle Pro
• Attend a once a week 2‑hour session to demo portions of class and receive feedback
• Complete a total of 2 hours of online training that consists of video tutorials
• Perform a final audition

After completion of the Equinox Cycle Pro Program, there is a final audition for the position of cycling instructor. That position entails the following responsibilities:

• Deliver the Equinox Experience to our members in each class;
• Adhere to the description of the class and modify the intensity for participants when necessary;
• Continuously monitor the exercise intensity throughout the duration of the class;
• Ensure class begins and ends on time;
• AssistMembers with technical/mechanicalsupport on the bike to maximize their experience
• Teach respective classes on a regular basis and keep subbing to a minimum;
• Communicate with Group Fitness Manager on member feedback, equipment and operational status, scheduling, and subbing;

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have the following experience and qualifications:

• Must possess a currentcycling certification;This certification is not required to audition for The Equinox Cycle Pro Program, but must be completed prior to teaching (Schwinn or Stages indoor cycling certifications are highly recommended)
• Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED certification;
• Must be well‑versed in basic anatomy, kinesiology, contraindicated exercises, exercise modifications for all populations and ACSM Guidelines for frequency, intensity, duration, and mode;
• Must be eager to learn and continue professional development and education;
• Must be friendly, vibrant, and outgoing;

Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.