Lead Pilates Instructor — Flexible Scheduling & Growth

Riser Fitness; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Status

401(k) benefits

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Flexible scheduling

Multiple level classes

Continuing education

Career growth opportunities

Nurturing environment

Health Insurance

Job summary

Riser Fitness in Lake Oswego seeks a Lead Pilates Instructor to teach challenging, fitness-based Pilates classes across levels while ensuring safety and client progress. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and mentorship of fellow instructors within a studio environment.

The ideal candidate has 450+ hours of Pilates education, 2+ years of teaching, and strong customer service skills, with a passion for continued education and professional growth. Prior leadership experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 450+ hour comprehensive Pilates education.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience.
• Capable of using a contemporary approach to classical exercises.
• Pleasant demeanor and excellent customer service skills.
• Experience teaching 6 or more participants in an apparatus-based group class.
• Demonstrated group Reformer instruction abilities.
• Previous leadership or management experience.
• Professional and effective communication skills.
• Willingness to evolve with new developments in the fitness industry, specifically Pilates.
• Passion for learning and willingness to attend continued education trainings and seminars.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Must be skilled at proper and safe use of a variety of equipment during each class, including hand weights, Chair, Reformer, Springboard, TRX, Magic Circle and other equipment as needed to ensure a safe yet creative group experience.
• Demonstrate anatomical knowledge and focus on safety with the ability to provide modifications and progressions for clients with injuries and/or limitations.
• Stay up to date with, and implement Club Pilates education standards at all times.
• Develop and create class plans that are safe, effective, and challenging pursuant to Club Pilates standards.
• Provide Pilates instruction to include Intro classes, group apparatus classes, private and semi-private training as scheduled.
• Maintain open availability for a minimum of 15 hours per week.
• Participation in monthly Lead Instructor conference calls and subsequent training of staff regarding topics covered on these calls.
• Regularly inspect equipment for damage or wear and make recommendations to management about updates.
• Track and review other Pilates Instructors for proficiency and performance.
• Provide support and mentorship to Pilates Instructors to uphold Club Pilates standards, while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pilates instruction

Leadership

Communication skills

Customer service

Punctual

Education

450+ hour Pilates education

Job description

Riser Fitness in Lake Oswego seeks a Lead Pilates Instructor to teach challenging, fitness-based Pilates classes across levels while ensuring safety and client progress. The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and mentorship of fellow instructors within a studio environment.

The ideal candidate has 450+ hours of Pilates education, 2+ years of teaching, and strong customer service skills, with a passion for continued education and professional growth. Prior leadership experience is a plus.