Mat Pilates and Barre Instructors, Berkeley

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Complimentary club membership

Discounts on products and services

Job summary

Equinox Berkeley is seeking a full-time Mat Pilates and Barre Instructor to deliver premium fitness experiences. You will lead classes, tailor intensity, and ensure on-time starts while maintaining safety and form. A current certification in Pilates Mat/Barre, teaching experience, and CPR/AED are required.

You’ll collaborate with the Group Fitness Manager to support member needs and program quality. Join a luxury wellness team that values excellence, professional growth, and exceptional member

Qualifications

• Pilates Mat/Barre instructor must hold a current certification in their discipline.
• Experience teaching group fitness classes is required.
• CPR/AED certification must be current and valid.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Equinox Experience to members in each class.
• Adhere to class descriptions and modify intensity for participants as needed.
• Monitor exercise intensity throughout the class duration.
• Ensure classes start and end on time.
• Teach classes regularly and minimize substitutions.
• Communicate with Group Fitness Manager about member feedback, equipment, and scheduling.

Skills

Teaching experience

People skills

Outgoing personality

Education

Pilates Mat / Barre instructor certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Mat Pilates and Barre Instructors, Berkeley

• Full-time

WHO WE ARE

Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.

We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.

WHAT WE DO

We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.

Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.

Equinox's location in Berkeley are currently seekingBarre & Pilates Instructors. The position entitles the following responsibilities. This is not a complete description, and certain responsibilities may additionally be presented along the course of employment:

• Deliver the Equinox Experience to our members in each class;
• Adhere to the description of the class and modify the intensity for participants when necessary;
• Continuously monitor the exercise intensity throughout the duration of the class;
• Ensure class begins and ends on time;
• Teach respective classes on a regular basis and keep subbing to a minimum;
• Communicate with Group Fitness Manager on member feedback, equipment and operational status, scheduling, and subbing;

The successful candidate should have the following experience and qualifications:

• Pilates Mat / Barre instructors must possess a current certification in their discipline;
• Have experience teaching;
• Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED certification;
• Must be well‑versed in basic anatomy, kinesiology, contraindicated exercises, exercise modifications for all populations;
• Must be eager to learn and continue professional development and education;
• Must be friendly, vibrant, and outgoing; and

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• We offer competitive salary, benefits and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• 30- 50% discounts on all Equinox products and services including Personal Training, Private Pilates, Spa and Café’ services and Shop items

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.