Pilates Instructor - BodyRok Costa Mesa

BODYROK Southern California; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 89,544; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited class drop-ins

Celebratory instructor milestones

Quarterly team events

Job summary

BODYROK Southern California in Costa Mesa is hiring a Founding Pilates Instructor. This role involves leading classes, building community, and delivering effective instruction. With opportunities for both part-time and full-time, instructors will earn between $35 to $65 per class. The position includes flexible scheduling, generous perks like unlimited class drop-ins, ongoing mentorship, and performance bonuses. Candidates should possess a passion for fitness and preferably have a recognized fitness certification.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in fitness-related fields preferred.
• Ability to motivate and challenge group classes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-energy 45-minute classes.
• Deliver safe, effective instruction.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming studio environment.
• Build relationships with members.

Skills

Confidence

Multitasking

Public speaking

Cueing

Understanding of anatomy and biomechanics

Education

Nationally recognized Pilates or group fitness certification (NASM, ACE, AFAA, Balanced Body, BASI, STOTT)

Current CPR/AED certification

Job description

Overview

BodyRok Costa Mesa is hiring a Founding Pilates Instructor to help open and shape the Costa Mesa studio. We are assembling our Founding Instructor Team to set the tone, build the community, and provide a premier member experience from day one. Location: 250 E 17th Street, Costa Mesa, CA. Employment Type: Part-Time / Flexible or Full Time roles available. Status: Now Hiring Our Founding Instructor Team. Reports To: Studio Director.

About BodyRok: BodyRok is known for the burn. We’ve built a reputation from California to NYC for delivering some of the most efficient workouts around, and now we’re bringing the heat to Costa Mesa. Get ready for our signature Hybrid Pilates Method on custom-built reformers. 45 minutes, full body, zero time wasted.

Our trainers bring the energy: mic’d up, music pumping, high vibes in sleek, modern studios. Quick transitions, nonstop movement, and an experience clients feel for days. They leave strong, sweaty, and recharged.

We’re now assembling our Founding Instructor Team, the first class of trainers who will shape studio culture and define the Costa Mesa experience from day one.

What You’ll Do

• Lead high-energy 45-minute classes using the BodyRok Hybrid Pilates Method on custom-built reformers, with up to 16 clients per class
• Deliver safe, effective instruction with clear cueing and smart modifications for all levels
• Set up, break down, and reset reformers and equipment between classes
• Build relationships with members before and after class to support retention and community
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming studio environment
• Represent the BodyRok brand with confidence and care, both in the studio and in the local community
• Participate in pre-opening training, ongoing education, and team development

What We're Looking For

• Confidence, enthusiasm, energy, and a passion for fitness and music
• Excellent ability to multitask
• 1+ year of experience in at least one of the following (preferred but not required): Pilates, Circuit Training, Indoor Cycling, Bootcamp, HIIT, Boxing/Kickboxing, or Group Fitness
• Ability to motivate and challenge group classes with strong leadership and public speaking skills
• Great cueing and clear communication
• Understanding of anatomy and biomechanics

Certifications

• Nationally recognized Pilates or group fitness certification (NASM, ACE, AFAA, Balanced Body, BASI, STOTT, or equivalent) preferred but not required. BodyRok provides full training and certification for the Hybrid Pilates Method.
• Current CPR/AED certification required prior to first class taught

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate exercises and proper form throughout a 45-minute class
• Ability to stand, move, and remain active for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds (reformer accessories, props, weights)
• Ability to project voice clearly over music for the duration of class

Schedule

• Minimum availability of 4 classes per week
• Availability across a mix of early morning, midday, evening, and weekend time slots preferred

Compensation

• $35 to $65 per 45-minute class. Per-class pay scales with class size.
• Competitive class pay with performance-based bonuses
• Referral bonuses for bringing in new instructors
• Guaranteed minimum pay per class
• Clear path to pay increases
• Ongoing mentorship and opportunities to grow a career as a Pilates instructor

Perks and Benefits

• Unlimited class drop-ins
• Celebratory instructor milestones
• Quarterly team events

Equal Employment Opportunity

BodyRok Costa Mesa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.