Pilates Instructor

Life Time Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and – 

401(k) retirement savings with company

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Life Time Inc. is seeking an energetic Pilates Instructor to design and deliver client-centered programs, leading private and group sessions while ensuring safety and engagement. You will assess client goals, provide guidance, and promote our fitness offerings within a supportive studio environment.

Ideal candidates will have Pilates trainer certification, CPR/AED, and at least 1 year of PT experience. A high school diploma is required; college degree in related field is a plus.

Qualifications

• Pilates program design experience required.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.
• Ability to assist and instruct in group and private Pilates sessions.
• Knowledge of safety standards for Pilates equipment and sessions.

Responsibilities

• Develops safe, professional client programs to achieve goals and retention.
• Instructs private and group Pilates classes.
• Monitors clients during sessions for safe equipment use.
• Conducts fitness consultations with goal setting for Pilates training.
• Promotes Pilates training programs, Group Fitness, and Personal Training to members.
• Completes administrative requirements for each client’s fitness plan.
• Maintains cleanliness of the Pilates studio.
• Keeps current on certifications and industry trends.
• Educates members on health and fitness topics.

Skills

Pilates program design

Client relationship skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Pilates Trainer

CPR and AED Certified

College degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships. They provide a positive member experience that is educational, supporting, and upholds the integrity of the Life Time Brand.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Develops safe, professional, and comprehensive client programs that drive client goal achievement and retention
• Instructs both private and group Pilates classes
• Monitors and instructs clients during Pilates training sessions on the safe and effective use the equipment
• Conducts fitness consultations for new clients including pre-participation screening and goal setting to assess and recommend Pilates training programs
• Promotes and sells Pilates training programs and classes, Group Fitness classes and Personal Training to members
• Completes all administrative requirements associated with each client’s fitness plan
• Maintains the cleanliness of the Pilates studio
• Remains current on certifications and new trends in the industry
• Educates members on current health and fitness issues and trends

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Experience in Pilates program design
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Years of Experience

• 1 year of personal training experience
• 6 months of experience in adjusting body alignment, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrel equipment

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

• Certified Pilates Trainer
• CPR and AED Certified

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or other related field

Pay

This position will be paid commissions between 10% and 65% depending on the product and the Team Member’s productivity. The weekly minimum pay for the position will be at least applicable minimum wage for each hour worked.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership
• Discounts on Life Time products and services
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
• Training and professional development
• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.