Pilates Mat & Pilates Barre Instructor

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Legal plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Metro Y program discounts

Complimentary YMCA facilities

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. seeks a Part-time Pilates instructor to deliver engaging Mat and Barre classes at the YMCA, promoting core strength, alignment, and body awareness. The role emphasizes inclusive instruction for varied ages and abilities, with modifications and progressions as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety, preparing class materials, and building positive member relationships while connecting participants to YMCA programs and services.

Qualifications

• Must hold National Group Exercise Certification.
• Pilates Mat Certification is required.
• Barre Certification is required for Barre classes.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging, and inclusive group exercise classes per YMCA standards.
• Deliver classes suitable for varying ages, abilities, and fitness levels with clear modifications.
• Provide clear instruction and demonstrate proper technique with up-to-date knowledge.
• Arrive prepared with music, equipment, and class materials and follow scheduled times.
• Create a welcoming, supportive environment connecting members to YMCA programs.
• Build relationships with members, recognize achievements, and support retention.
• Answer member questions on fitness and wellness and promote YMCA services.
• Maintain safe class environments; inspect equipment and report hazards.
• Monitor participants for fatigue or pain and respond to safety concerns.
• Record attendance and complete required reports in YMCA systems.

Education

National Group Exercise Certification

Pilates Mat Certification

Barre Certification

CPR/AED and First Aid

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Deliver engaging, safe, and effective Pilates Mat and Pilates Barre classes that promote core strength, proper posture, muscular endurance, flexibility, balance, stability, and body awareness. Create a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment for members of varying ages, abilities, fitness levels, and experience, while providing clear instruction, appropriate modifications and progressions, and an emphasis on proper alignment and technique. Build positive relationships with members and support their overall wellness through exceptional service, encouragement, and connection to YMCA programs and services.

Requirements

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead safe, effective, engaging, and inclusive group exercise classes in accordance with YMCA and nationally recognized industry standards.
• Prepare for and deliver classes appropriate for participants of varying ages, abilities, health conditions, fitness levels, and experience, including appropriate exercise modifications and progressions.
• Provide clear verbal and visual instruction, demonstrate proper exercise technique, and maintain current knowledge of exercise science, assigned formats, and industry best practices.
• Arrive prepared with appropriate music, equipment, and class materials, and begin and end classes according to the scheduled times.
• Create a welcoming, supportive environment in which participants feel seen, valued, encouraged, and connected to the YMCA community.
• Build positive relationships with members by learning and using names when possible, encouraging interaction, recognizing achievements, celebrating milestones, and providing exceptional service.
• Respond to member questions regarding fitness, wellness programming, and YMCA services within the scope of practice, and connect or promote members to programs and services that support their wellness goals.
• Support member engagement and retention through consistent relationship building and a positive class experience.
• Maintain a safe exercise environment before, during, and after each class; inspect equipment before use and promptly report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Monitor participants throughout each class and respond appropriately to signs of fatigue, discomfort, injury, or other health or safety concerns.
• Follow YMCA emergency procedures, incident reporting requirements, risk management practices, confidentiality standards, and professional boundaries.
• Accurately record class attendance and complete required reports and documentation in designated YMCA systems and within established timelines.
• Clock in and out using Paylocity in accordance with Association procedures.
• Communicate schedule conflicts, availability concerns, and substitution needs promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Support YMCA special events, wellness initiatives, branch promotions, and other activities as requested.

Pilates Mat

• Instruct proper Pilates principles including breathing, alignment, core engagement, and controlled movement.
• Provide exercise modifications and progressions.

Pilates Barre

• Teach low-impact, ballet-inspired movement emphasizing strength, balance, flexibility, posture, and muscular endurance.
• Utilize equipment such as resistance bands, balls, light weights, and ballet barres safely.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• National Group Exercise Certification
• Pilates Mat Certification (required)
• Barre Certification (for Barre classes)
• CPR/AED and First Aid

Part Time Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.