Pilates Instructor

24 Hour Fitness USA•Richmond, TX

About The Position

The Pilates Instructor, referred to in the description as a Group X Coach, creates an inviting, inspiring, and motivating group exercise experience by delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle classes to members and guests. Classes may be conducted in person or through virtual technology and should welcome, encourage, and challenge participants at varying fitness levels while emphasizing safe exercise techniques. The instructor is expected to coach at least two classes per week on average and to help build attendance and a sense of community through engaging instruction and positive interactions. The role also includes providing customer service before and after classes, addressing or referring member concerns, reporting equipment and maintenance issues, recruiting participants, and helping keep the club clean and organized. Administrative duties include arranging class coverage according to company policy, maintaining a social media presence to promote classes and events, and attending staff meetings when required. The position reports to the General Manager and interacts with club staff, members, and guests.

Requirements

Current approved group exercise primary certification for the format taught.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Knowledge of safe exercise techniques and principles.
Strong communication skills and ability to connect with a wide variety of people.
Enthusiastic, energetic approach to creating a community feel in classes.
Passion for fitness and helping others achieve health and wellness goals.
Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed to support the business.

Nice To Haves

Previous group exercise instruction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coach pre-choreographed or freestyle group sessions and classes for members with varying fitness levels, in person or via virtual technology.
Make classes welcoming, encouraging, motivating, and appropriately challenging.
Teach safe exercise techniques and guidelines to support participants at all fitness levels.
Use strong teaching and interpersonal skills to increase class attendance and motivate participants.
Maintain an average of at least two coached classes per week.
Provide positive customer service to members and guests before and after classes.
Handle member concerns or refer them to appropriate club management.
Report broken equipment and maintenance needs to club management.
Recruit new members to join classes.
Start and finish classes on time as scheduled.
Organize equipment and assist in maintaining a clean and organized club.
Find appropriate class substitutes in accordance with company policy and guidelines.
Maintain a social media presence to attract participants to classes and special events.
Attend staff meetings when required.