Pilates Group Instructor (Contemporary & Traditional)

Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs, LP; Chester (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs, LP is seeking a certified Pilates instructor to lead engaging classes for clients of all levels. You will guide safe, dynamic sessions that develop core Pilates principles and help members achieve their fitness goals in a welcoming studio environment.

The role requires current group-ex certifications, excellent communication, and reliable coaching with strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Current AFAA or ACE Primary Group Ex certification and/or related specialty certification.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Prior experience teaching group exercise classes is highly desired.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills to work positively with different populations.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Arrive 15 minutes early, prepared and organized with routine and music.
• Greet, introduce, and welcome participants.
• Educate participants with safe exercise techniques and monitor safety.
• Teach classes with energy and enthusiasm; motivate participants to the best of your ability.
• If unable to work, proactively seek substitutes for your class and inform the supervisor.
• Keep members informed of events and activities and encourage participation.
• Support special events to promote the department and club.
• Ensure studio and equipment are tidy and in working order.
• Enforce club policies if unsafe situations arise.

Skills

Group exercise instruction

Communication skills

Customer service

AFAA/ACE cert

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Join our dynamic team as a certified Pilates instructor!

We're seeking a passionate individual to lead engaging and challenging Pilates classes for clients of all levels.

Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our studio and help clients achieve their fitness goals through the principles of Pilates.

Summary/objective

Responsible for providing a safe and fun workout through one or more specialty group exercise classes.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled class start time, well prepared and organized with routine and music.
• Greet, introduce, and welcome participants
• Educate participants with safe exercise techniques and monitor safety using positive reinforcement
• Teach classes with energy and enthusiasm; motivating participants to the best of your ability
• If unable to work, proactively seek substitutes for your class and immediately inform the supervisor of the substitution
• Keep members informed of events and activities and encourage participation
• Support special events to promote the department and club
• Ensure studio and equipment are tidy and in working order
• Enforce club policies if unsafe situations arise

Requirements

Physical Demands

• Must be able to successfully demonstrate proper exercise techniques
• Must be able to actively participate in classes
• Must be in excellent physical condition to teach classes
• Must be able to stand, move, walk, and bend for the duration of a shift
• Must have the ability and willingness to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Required competencies, education, and experience

• Current AFAA or ACE Primary Group Ex certification and/or related specialty certification (Les Mills, Zumba, AEA, CPT…)
• High School Diploma preferred
• Prior experience teaching group exercise classes is highly desired
• Superior customer service skills
• Must have excellent communication skills to work positively with different populations
• Proficient computer skills
• Must be at least 18 years old

Company expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
• Park in team member designated areas
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep club neat and clean
• Attend mandatory Personal Training meetings
  • Assist with Service Days, as assigned by Supervisor
  • Assist with club programs, special events, or activities, as assigned by Supervisor
  • Promptly respond to work-related correspondence
  • Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
  • Deliver outstanding service to members and guests, following acac’s Five*Star principles

  Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

  acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

  Other duties

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.