Pilates Instructor

Riser Fitness, LLC; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Life, AD&D, Disability

401(k) with matching

Paid sick time

Monthly communication allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible block scheduling

Bonuses

Referral bonus

Paid Time Off as hours accrue

Health insurance eligibility on 30+ h/

Job summary

Riser Fitness, LLC in Santa Clara, CA seeks an experienced Pilates Instructor available to teach classes and private sessions using Balanced Body equipment. You will work with clients of all levels, delivering safe, challenging workouts and ensuring alignment with studio standards.

Ideal candidates hold 450+ hour Comprehensive Pilates Education (Mat & Reformer) with additional apprenticeship hours, strong customer service, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 450+ hour education in Pilates including Mat & Reformer
• 200+ hour Mat and Reformer education
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to teach group classes, private and semi-private sessions
• Willingness to stay updated with Club Pilates standards
• Ability to modify and progress for injuries or limitations
• Professional, reliable, punctual and adaptable to scheduling needs

Responsibilities

• Safely use a variety of Pilates equipment during classes (Mat, Reformer, etc.)
• Provide modifications and progressions for clients with injuries
• Develop safe, effective class plans aligned with Club Pilates standards
• Deliver Intro, group apparatus, private and semi-private sessions
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of education standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Pilates instruction

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

450+ hour Comprehensive Pilates Education

200+ hour Mat/Reformer Education

140+ hours Mat/Reformer Apprenticeship

250+ hours Comprehensive Apprenticeship

Tools

Balanced Body equipment

Mat

Reformer

Chair

Springboard

Cadillac

TRX

Magic Circle

Job description

About Riser Fitness

Pilates is one of the fastest growing fitness modalities in the world because it delivers real, lasting results. It improves strength, mobility, and overall well-being for people at every stage of life.

Riser Fitness is a leader in bringing that experience to communities across the world!

Founded in 2013, Riser is one of the largest multi-unit operators in the Club Pilates system, developing and operating studios across multiple markets, our approach is grounded in operational excellence, brand consistency, and a commitment to delivering a high-quality Pilates experience. Every member, every class, every studio.

Our studios are built by teams who invest in people, execute with discipline processes, deliver a best-in-class Pilates product, and operate with a performance driven mindset focused on learning, growth, and sustainable results.

We’re helping shape the future of Pilates and how the world moves.

Position Summary

We are currently hiring Instructors (minimum of Mat & Reformer training) with confidence in working with all levels of clients to provide challenging, fitness-based Pilates classes in a safe manner.

Instructors have the opportunity to teach group classes as well as private and semi-private sessions in our state-of-the-art studios featuring Balanced Body equipment. Earn great pay working flexible hours that can be dialed up or down, with block shifts, private training and subbing opportunities.

The Day-to-Day

• Must be skilled at proper and safe use of a variety of Pilates equipment during each class, (minimum to include Mat and Reformer) to ensure a safe yet creative group experience. Ideal skill set will also include training in the Chair, Springboard, and Cadillac, as well as TRX, Magic Circle and other equipment.
• 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
• Any other duties as assigned

Is this You?

• 450+ hour comprehensive Pilates education (Minimum education to include Mat and Reformer)

Certifications Accepted

• 450+ hour Comprehensive Pilates Education
• 200+ hour Mat and Reformer Education

In-Progress Certifications Accepted (ApprenticeshipProgram)

• 140+ hours completed in a Mat/Reformer program
• 250+ hours completed in a Comprehensive program

We are unable to accept:

• Online-only certifications
• Weekend-only certifications

• Capable of using a contemporary approach to classical exercises
• Pleasant demeanor and excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated group Reformer instruction abilities
• 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

Rewards & Benefits

All Riser Employees:

• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, supporting long-term financial security.
• Paid sick time.
• Monthly communication allowance.
• Free, confidential counseling and wellness resources for you and your household through our Employee Assistance Program.

Additional Instructor Benefits!

• Flexible block scheduling to fit your lifestyle with predictable income!
• Professional career development and growth opportunities
• Opportunity for bonuses
• Referral bonus program
• Opportunity to accrue Paid Time Off once 20 weekly hours are hit.
• Opportunity to qualify for Health Insurance if you work a minimum of 30 hours a week.
• Opportunity for a merit increase on an annual basis.

Riser Fitness is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Riser Fitness will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local fair chance laws.

The pay range for this role is:

40.00 - 65.00 USD per hour (Santa Clara, CA)