Pilates Reformer Instructor starts - $42-51 per class DOE

Ultipro; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Free/discount continuing education

Free fitness certifications

YMCA Flex Spending Plan

Job summary

The Oakland YMCA seeks a Pilates Reformer and Mat Instructor to teach small group reformer classes, mat classes, and private personal training. The role will contribute to the Y’s goals of community health and connection through fitness and enrichment activities.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging reformer sessions, teaching safe use of equipment, designing programs, welcoming members, and maintaining facility standards.

Qualifications

• Pilates Reformer certification or Reformer Level 1 & 2 certificate of completion
• Pilates Mat certification
• Experience teaching group fitness
• Ability to teach and design programs using props, weights, variable resistance, and other class-related equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of anatomy and fitness principles
• Excellent facilitation skills and customer service experience
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging Pilates Reformer instruction to members in small group workouts and personal training sessions
• Instruct members on safe use of equipment and workouts
• Create fitness program and workshop design as required
• Engage by greeting members and providing quality member service
• Ensure the maintenance and cleanliness of facility and equipment

Skills

Pilates Reformer certification

Pilates Mat certification

Group fitness instruction

Program design (props)

Anatomy & fitness principles

Customer service experience

CPR/AED & First Aid

Job description

Pilates Reformer Instructor starts - $42-51 per class DOE

Job Category: Health & Fitness Branches

Requisition Number: PILAT001878

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Oakland Y
2350 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Description

The Oakland YMCA is seeking a Pilates Reformer and Mat Instructor to teach small group reformer classes, mat classes, and private personal training instruction. We are seeking instructors who can help achieve the Y’s goals which are to bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, enrichment activities and shared interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION:

• Provide highly engaging specialized Pilates Reformer instruction to members in small group workouts and personal training sessions.
• Provide instruction to members on the safe use of all equipment and workouts.
• Create fitness program and workshop design as required.
• Engage by greeting members and providing quality member service.
• Ensure the maintenance and cleanliness of facility and equipment.

INCLUDED IN THE JOB:

• Ability to interact, engage and assist people with a wide variety of ages, personalities, and physical abilities.
• Mature, responsible and possess excellent people skills.
• Access to group exercise and fitness certifications and education.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physically perform all skills required of a Group Specialty Instructor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities and mobility to quickly respond to emergencies
• Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
• Visual ability to clearly monitor activities
• Ability to project, communicate and queue effectively

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Inclusion
• Functional Expertise
• Communication and Influence

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pilates Reformer certification or Pilates Reformer Level 1 & 2 certificate of completion
• Pilates Mat certification
• Experience teaching group fitness
• Ability to teach and design programs using props, weights, variable resistance, and other class-related equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of anatomy and fitness principles
• Excellent facilitation skills and customer service experience
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

AVAILABLE TO TEACH:

Minimum 2 classes a week

COMPENSATION:

• Part-time, $28+/ hr DOE
• YMCA membership
• Access to free or discounted continuing education and free fitness certifications
• YMCA Flex Spending Plan

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