GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Riser Fitness, LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Pilates classes

Scholarship for Teacher Training

Job summary

Riser Fitness is seeking a passionate Group Fitness Instructor to join Club Pilates North San Jose on a part-time basis. The role focuses on in-studio teaching and hands-on training to prepare you to confidently lead Level 1 and 1.5 Pilates classes across Club Pilates studios.

You will develop a strong foundation in Pilates principles, cueing, class design, and safety, while gaining real-world teaching experience in a supportive, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Current certification in a fitness, wellness, or health discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience teaching group fitness.
• Understanding of movement mechanics, anatomy, and verbal cueing techniques.
• Commitment to completing a full Mat and Reformer Pilates certification through an approved program.

Responsibilities

• Attend in-studio training days (6 days; additional days may be required).
• Attend in-studio test out and participate in virtual education sessions.
• Complete practice hours: Observation 5–10 hours, Self-Practice 5–10 hours, Practice Teaching 10+ hours.
• Teach a portion of a group Reformer Pilates class with effective pacing and transitions.

Skills

Fitness certification

Group fitness teaching

Movement mechanics

Pilates certification path

Job description

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - Club Pilates North San Jose

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

Minimum Requirements

• 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

Training Components

• Attend6in-studio trainingdays(additional days may berequired)
• 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

Post-Training Expectations

• 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 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 theComprehensiveTeacher Training Program.
• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Pilates classes
• Room for advancement within Riser Fitness