Yoga Instructor

Arch Amenities Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Amenities Group is seeking passionate Yoga Instructors to lead engaging group classes. You will deliver high-quality, safe yoga sessions and foster a welcoming environment for clients of all levels.

Responsibilities include preparing class plans, greeting participants, and staying current with yoga trends to inspire participants. Applicants should hold a national certification with a Yoga specialty and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Current certification from a nationally accredited organization with a Yoga specialty.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organized and prepared to teach classes effectively.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, effective, and engaging yoga classes that cater to a variety of skill levels.
• Arrive early to prepare the space, greet participants, answer questions, and address concerns.
• Dress professionally and appropriately for teaching yoga sessions.
• Prepare class plans in advance, with music and routines ready before class begins.
• Learn and use participants' names to create a personal connection.
• Share educational and wellness information with class participants.
• Teach with energy, enthusiasm, and proper form to inspire and motivate participants.
• Welcome new participants, providing orientation and basic exercise safety tips.
• Stay current with yoga, fitness, and safety trends.
• Report any equipment or facility issues to management promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the class area according to company standards.
• Begin and end classes on time.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and professional training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Teach safely

Professionalism

Flexible hours

Endurance

Education

Exercise Science background

Related field preferred

Job description

We are seeking passionate and skilled Yoga Instructors to lead engaging group fitness classes. The Yoga Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and motivating yoga sessions designed to meet the needs of our clients, while fostering a welcoming and inspiring environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead safe, effective, and engaging yoga classes that cater to a variety of skill levels.
• Arrive early to prepare the space, greet participants, answer questions, and address concerns.
• Dress professionally and appropriately for teaching yoga sessions.
• Prepare class plans in advance, with music and routines ready before class begins.
• Learn and use participants' names to create a personal connection.
• Share educational and wellness information with class participants.
• Teach with energy, enthusiasm, and proper form to inspire and motivate participants.
• Welcome new participants, providing orientation and basic exercise safety tips.
• Stay current with yoga, fitness, and safety trends.
• Report any equipment or facility issues to management promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the class area according to company standards.
• Begin and end classes on time.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and professional training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current certification from a nationally accredited organization (e.g., ACE, ACSM, or equivalent) with a Yoga specialty.
• Background in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Education, or a related field preferred.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organized and prepared to teach classes effectively.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to demonstrate yoga poses safely.
• Ability to develop original routines tailored to class needs.
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and remain standing for extended periods.
• Comfortable with stooping, kneeling, bending, and reaching.
• Availability to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Visual and auditory ability to observe and instruct participants effectively.

Seldom

Occasionally

Frequently

Stationary Position

-- Sitting or Standing

Active Position

-- Walking, jogging, running

Use of hands/fingers

-- Operate, Use, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Prepare, activate

Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl

-- Position self, move

Talk/hear

-- communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information

See --

Detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess

Carry weight, lift

-- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or less

Carry weight, lift

-- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or more

Exposure to

-- Exposed, work around, chemicals, odors, smells, noise, indoors or outdoors, heat, cool.

DISCLAIMER

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. Supervisors may revise and/or add duties to reflect these changes. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Arch Amenities Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Arch Amenities Group, LLC is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need