GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Riser Fitness; Bonney Lake (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Pilates classes

Room for advancement

Job summary

Riser Fitness is seeking a passionate Group Fitness Instructor to lead Club Pilates sessions at Bonney Lake. This part-time, in-studio role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and progression toward full Pilates certification within a supportive team.

You will develop Pilates fundamentals, cueing, class design, and safe instruction while gaining real-world teaching experience across a Club Pilates studio network.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current certification in a fitness, wellness, or health discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes.
• Knowledge of movement mechanics, anatomy, and effective verbal cueing.
• Commitment to completing Mat and Reformer Pilates certification through an approved program.

Responsibilities

• Attend in-studio test out.
• Participate in virtual education and mentorship sessions.
• Complete practice hours: Observation 5–10 hours; Self-Practice 5–10 hours; Practice Teaching 10+ hours.
• Pass a written exam (score 85%+) covering cueing, flow structure, injury awareness, core principles.
• Teach a portion of a group Reformer class with effective pacing and safety modifications.
• Regularly teach at least 8 in-studio classes per week at a Club Pilates location.
• Attend a Riser Fitness Club Pilates Teacher Training Program (full scholarship).

Skills

Certified fitness professional

Group fitness instruction

Anatomy & cueing

Pilates cert pathway

Job description

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - Club Pilates Bonney Lake

Part-Time | In-Studio Training + Teaching

About Us

Be a part of the rapidly growing boutique fitness industry and join the Riser Fitness Studio Team! At Riser,we’remore than just workouts —we’rebuilding a strong, supportive community where members and team members thrive. With over100locations, Riser Fitness is one of the nation’s largest and longest-standing multi-unit operators of the Club Pilates franchise system.

Position Overview

Riser Fitness isseekingpassionate and motivated fitness professionals to become Riser Pilates Trainers. This role provides hands-on experience, structured education, and personalized mentorship to prepare you to confidently lead Level 1 and 1.5 Pilates classesat Riser FitnessranClub Pilates studios.

You’lldevelopa strong foundationin Pilates principles, cueing, class design, and safe instruction—all while gaining real-world teaching experience in a supportive, team-based environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Current certification ina fitness, wellness, or health discipline (e.g., personal training, yoga, group fitness, dance, physical therapy, etc.).
• At least 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes.
• Understanding of movement mechanics, anatomy, and verbal cueing techniques.
• Commitment to completing a full Mat and Reformer Pilates certification through an approved program.

*Requirements may vary based on cohort.

Your Responsibilities

• Attend 1 in studio test out.
• Participate in virtual education and mentorship sessions.
• Complete the following practice hours:
  • Observation: 5–10 hours.
  • Self-Practice: 5–10 hours.
  • Practice Teaching: 10+ hours.
• Assessment Requirements:
  • Pass a written exam (score of 85% or higher) covering:
    • Cueing & flow structure.
    • Injury awareness & contraindications.
    • Core Pilates teaching principles.
  • Teach a portion of a group Reformer Pilates class demonstrating:
    • Effective pacing and transitions.
    • Use of PEACE RRcueingmethodology.
    • Proper safety modifications and professionalism.
    • Confident and engaging class delivery.
• Should be available to regularly teach at least 8 in-studio classes per week at a Riser Fitness owned Club Pilates location.
• Attend a Riser Fitness hosted Club Pilates Teacher Training Program (full scholarship will be granted).

Why Become a Pilates Trainer

• Hands-on training and real teaching experience.
• Career mentorship and growth opportunities.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and supportive studio culture.
• Pathway to full Pilates certification and long-term success.

Additional Benefits May Include

• A full-ride scholarship will be awarded — covering the entire $5,000 cost — for the Comprehensive Teacher Training Program.
• Health Insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off.
• Complimentary Pilates classes.
• Room for advancement within Riser Fitness.