Pilates Instructor

DeKalb Health; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Private training opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a nationally certified Pilates Instructor who will lead engaging Pilates classes for members and build meaningful relationships within the New Hope YMCA. CPR/AED certification is required.

The role blends group instruction with private and small-group training opportunities and a focus on safe, inclusive movement. Earn $25.00 per hour in a part-time role with flexible scheduling, a steady membership base, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Nationally certified Pilates Instructor
• CPR/AED certification required
• Ability to lead groups and motivate participants
• Ability to work with all age groups and fitness levels

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging Pilates classes for members of all levels
• Create welcoming and inclusive class environments
• Support members in achieving wellness goals
• Promote private and small-group training opportunities
• Deliver exceptional member experiences to encourage ongoing participation

Skills

Pilates

Customer service

Motivation

Tools

Pilates apparatus

Job description

• Location 7601 42nd Ave,New Hope, MN, 55427,United States


• Job Category Health and Fitness


• Employee Type Part-Time 1-19

Contact information

• Name Gary Sandin


• Phone [phone]

Certified Pilates Instructor| New Hope YMCA | $25.00 per hour

Turn Your Passion for Pilates into Impact at the YMCA!

At a Glance

The YMCA is seeking a nationally certified Pilates Instructor who is passionate about helping others move, feel, and live better. This is more than a traditional group fitness role. You'll have the opportunity to lead engaging Pilates classes while building meaningful relationships with YMCA members. Whether you're looking to expand your current client base or grow your Pilates career, the YMCA provides the flexibility, support, and member connections to help you succeed. Nationally recognized Pilates certification and current CPR/AED required.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Earn $25.00 per hour


• Access to an established and engaged YMCA membership base


• Opportunity to build private and small-group training clientele


• Flexible scheduling with potential to expand your hours


• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities


• Supportive, collaborative wellness team


• Meaningful work that positively impacts the health and well-being of members

What You'll Do

• Lead safe, effective, and engaging Pilates classes for participants of all experience levels


• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment


• Build relationships with members and support them in achieving their wellness goals


• Promote private and small-group training opportunities


• Deliver an exceptional member experience that inspires long-term participation

Pay:

The salary for this position is $25.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.

1. Job Summary:

The Pilates Reformer Instructor develops and teaches apparatus classes with the option to take on private clients. Instructors provide safe, effective, and motivating classes for participants to help them achieve their fitness goals.

2. Essential Functions:

• Awareness and use modifications based on client’s acute or chronic conditions to ensure safety in class plans


• Be available to promote and instruct demos to increase interest in Pilates programs


• Communicate with class participants to update about changes in classes as needed


• Create, plan, and teach reformer/ apparatus classes


• Maintain all administrative tasks including keep accurate class attendance, accurate time sheets, finding appropriate substitute teacher coverage, maintain current availability, be able to communicate with supervisor in a timely manner


• Maintain current CPR and credentials and CECs to stay current on new fitness trends


• Option to add on Mat Pilates classes to the group exercise schedule, additional group exercise certification required


• Option to add on private clients to build schedule as desired

3. Relationships:

This position reports to the Health and Wellness Director/ Senior Health and Wellness Coordinator. The instructor works closely with the other Health and Wellness professionals, supervisors, member services, and building/maintenance staff. The instructor should address members by name and encourage participation in activities.

4. Qualifications:

Required

• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/PR and AED.


• Demonstrated customer service skills and verbal communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to lead an individual/group and motivate others to achieve their health and well‑being goals.


• Demonstrated ability working with all age groups and ability levels.


• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.


• Certification or Training from Nationally Accredited Pilates School (Balanced Body, Stott, Polestar, Club Pilates, Etc.).


• Attend and successfully complete within 90 days of hire.

Preferred

• 1 year of experience teaching Pilates apparatus classes

5. Work Conditions:

• Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness. Must be able to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. at a time.


• Exposure to music volume ranging from moderate to loud.


• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

6. Additional Notes:

Supervisory titles may change depending on branch.This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The instructor is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.