GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Riser Fitness; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; 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 part-time Group Fitness Instructor to lead Club Pilates Danville classes on-site. You'll guide Level 1 and 1.5 Pilates sessions, emphasize safe instruction, cueing, and class design, and contribute to a supportive team environment.

This role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and a clear path to full Pilates certification, plus benefits like health insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, and complimentary classes.

Qualifications

• Current certification in a fitness, wellness, or health discipline.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Attend 1 in studio test out.
• Participate in virtual education and mentorship sessions.
• Observation: 5–10 hours.
• Self-Practice: 5–10 hours.
• Practice Teaching: 10+ hours.
• Pass a written exam (score of 85% or higher) covering cueing and flow structure, injury awareness and contraindications, core Pilates teaching principles.
• Teach a portion of a group Reformer Pilates class demonstrating effective pacing and transitions.
• Use PEACE RR cueing methodology with proper safety modifications and professionalism.
• Confident and engaging class delivery.
• 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).

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Verbal cueing

Movement mechanics

Anatomy knowledge

Certification in fitness

Education

Current fitness certification

Job description

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - Club Pilates Danville
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.

WhatWe’reLooking For

MinimumRequirements:

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 aportionof agroupReformer Pilates classdemonstrating:

Effective pacing and transitions

Use ofPEACE RRcueingmethodology

Proper safety modifications and professionalism

Confident and engaging class delivery

Shouldbe available to regularly teachat least 8 in-studio classes per weekat a RiserFitness ownedClub Pilates location

Attend A Riser FitnesshostedClub Pilates Teacher Training Program (full scholarship will begranted).

Why Become aPilates 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 theComprehensiveTeacher Training Program.

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Pilates classes

Room for advancement within Riser Fitness