Studio Manager- Fitness/Instructor

BODYBAR Pilates - Lakeland•Lakeland, FL

1d•$22 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

BODYBAR Pilates South Lakeland is hiring a part-time Fitness Manager / Lead Pilates Instructor to help launch its Lakeland, Florida studio. The role combines teaching, instructor development, and community involvement, working alongside the studio’s ownership and Studio Manager to build a welcoming studio and a confident instructor team. It is designed for experienced instructors, coaches, and fitness professionals seeking a leadership opportunity that can fit alongside other commitments; a future 40-hour commitment is not required. During presale, the position is approximately 15 to 20 hours per week, depending on planned activities. After opening, management hours and scheduled classes will be agreed upon together. Scheduling is collaborative and may include some early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Some presale planning and outreach may be completed remotely, but meetings, training, community events, and classes require in-person availability. The role has defined responsibilities and regular collaboration with ownership; the Studio Manager and sales team lead general studio operations, sales follow-up, and social media management. Opening dates and weekly needs may change with construction progress, and schedules will be planned in advance where possible. Management, planning, outreach, and other non-teaching work pay $22–$25 per hour. Approved classes pay $45 per class, with related preparation and duties addressed in the compensation agreement. Required training time is paid, and ongoing professional development is offered. The position includes complimentary classes, subject to availability and studio policy, and retail discounts. This is a part-time employee position; employer-sponsored health insurance is not currently offered. Any future increase in hours would be discussed and agreed upon together. Required BODYBAR training and teaching approval must be completed before teaching BODYBAR classes. CPR/AED certification is also required before beginning to teach.

Requirements

Relevant experience in fitness instruction, personal training, Pilates, or a related coaching role.
Clear communication, strong follow-through, and confidence giving constructive feedback.
Commitment to safe instruction and a welcoming experience for every member.
Interest in building relationships with instructors, members, and local businesses.
Availability for agreed teaching times, team activities, and community events.
Completion of required BODYBAR training and teaching approval before teaching BODYBAR classes.
CPR/AED certification before beginning to teach.

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience; a formal manager title is not required.
Pilates or reformer teaching experience.
Experience mentoring, training, or coordinating a team.
A relevant fitness certification or education.
Boutique fitness studio or BODYBAR experience.

Responsibilities

Help recruit, onboard, and coach the founding instructor team.
Teach an agreed schedule of BODYBAR classes after receiving required training and approval.
Coordinate instructor schedules and substitute requests, with ownership support for unresolved coverage needs.
Observe classes and provide feedback to support safe, consistent instruction.
Help organize community mat classes, local partnerships, and presale events.
Work with ownership and the Studio Manager to track instructor readiness and prepare for opening.