Fitness Instructor

Pure Barre Mansfield; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Unlimited Pure Barre membership

Employee discounts on retail apparel

Comprehensive instructor training and

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Pure Barre is seeking a part-time Fitness Instructor in Washington, D.C. to lead classes at Cathedral Commons, Capitol Hill, and Dupont Circle studios. The role emphasizes delivering engaging, empowering sessions, building community, and maintaining studio excellence.

Training completes with a four‑day program and a commitment to teaching for at least 12 months. Ideal candidates enjoy health and wellness, are people-oriented, and can manage up to 25 participants per class in a fast-paced studio

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead groups of up to 25 participants.
• Energetic and comfortable leading and motivating groups.
• Strong work ethic with a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to 25 participants through the Pure Barre experience.
• Deliver safe, engaging, and motivating classes that provide an exceptional client experience.
• Build meaningful relationships with members and foster a strong sense of community.
• Prepare diligently before each class, including studying choreography and planning class flow.
• Learn and execute choreography updates quarterly.
• Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive studio environment.
• Attend trainings and team meetings.
• Support studio events, promotions, and community initiatives as needed.

Skills

Communication

Group leadership

Interpersonal skills

Energetic

Job description

Help Change Lives Through Fitness at Pure Barre

Pure Barre is the nation's leading barre fitness brand with more than 500 studios across the United States and Canada. We believe fitness has the power to transform lives, and we're passionate about creating an exceptional experience that helps every client feel stronger, healthier, and more confident.

We are currently hiring for our Cathedral Commons, Capitol Hill, and Dupont Circle studios in Washington, D.C.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay
• Complimentary unlimited Pure Barre membership
• Employee discounts on retail apparel
• Comprehensive instructor training and ongoing development
• Opportunities for advancement into leadership and management
• Supportive, positive team culture
• The opportunity to help people improve their health and confidence every day

About The Role

As a Pure Barre Fitness Instructor, you'll lead clients through the Pure Barre experience, creating an engaging, empowering, and results-driven class environment. You'll inspire and motivate members while building genuine relationships that keep them coming back to the studio.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with others, has a passion for fitness and wellness, is music oriented and motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We believe exceptional experiences are found in the details, and we take pride in creating a welcoming, polished studio where every client feels valued.

This is a part‑time position. Candidates should be available to teach a minimum of five classes per week (classes are offered early mornings, midday, evenings, weekends, and holidays and we are currently looking to hire especially for Midday Classes at our Cathedral Commons studio).

Who You Are

• Friendly, confident, and naturally outgoing
• Passionate about health, wellness, and helping others
• Energetic and comfortable leading and motivating groups of up to 25 participants
• Professional with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Dependable and willing to go above and beyond
• Excited to contribute to a collaborative, high‑performing team
• Organized and committed to preparation and continuous learning
• Comfortable building relationships and creating an exceptional client experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dance, fitness, cheerleading, barre, or group fitness is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong relationship‑building abilities
• Ability to maintain high energy and enthusiasm throughout a 50‑minute class
• Ability to demonstrate exercises, including full body push‑ups and lifting hand weights
• Strong sense of musicality and ability to keep rhythm and count to the beat of music
• Active lifestyle and passion for health and wellness
• Ability to learn and retain choreography changes on a quarterly basis
• Authorization to work in the United States

Boutique fitness experience is a plus but not required. We provide comprehensive training for motivated individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to 25 participants through the Pure Barre experience
• Deliver safe, engaging, and motivating classes that provide an exceptional client experience
• Build meaningful relationships with members and foster a strong sense of community
• Prepare diligently before each class, including studying choreography and planning class flow
• Learn and execute quarterly choreography updates
• Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive studio environment
• Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and polished studio
• Attend required trainings and team meetings
• Support studio events, promotions, and community initiatives as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Training & Certification

All instructors are required to successfully complete Pure Barre's comprehensive training program, which includes a four‑day training at one of our corporate training centers, as well as significant at‑home study and preparation before becoming eligible to teach classes.

Because of the investment in our instructors, a minimum 12‑month commitment to teaching is required before attending training.

Grow With Us

Many of our leaders began as instructors. If you're motivated, eager to learn, and looking for opportunities to grow, we'd love to help you build your career with Pure Barre.

Pure Barre is more than just a workout; it’s a way of life. We are focused on improving, strengthening, and transforming the lives of our clients and always welcoming dynamic talent. If you’ve got what it takes and looking to join an amazing and passionate team.

Pure Barre is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pure Barre does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.” We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Pure Barre Corporate.