Lead Instructor

Company Overview

Club Pilates offers group reformer classes in various formats and levels to accommodate everyone seeking to learn Pilates and hone their fitness expertise. Club Pilates is a well-established, nation-wide brand, committed to providing affordable and accessible Pilates to the community.

Club Pilates is currently established in 38 states and 2 countries. Class formats target a wide range of clients' needs – from young to more senior and beginner to advanced. Club Pilates was one of the first studios to create a 500-hour Teacher Training Program designed to thoroughly and safely teach group Pilates apparatus classes. Club Pilates has already sold 750 territories throughout the United States and Canada. Its over 2200 instructors provide over 17 million workouts a year to tens of thousands of members. Club Pilates has been recognized in Inc Magazine's Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 List two years in a row as well as Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 two years in a row. For more information, visit www.clubpilates.com

Position Summary

The Lead Pilates Instructor plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, effective, and inspiring group Pilates classes in alignment with Club Pilates standards. This position sets the tone for instructional excellence, mentoring fellow instructors and ensuring consistency across all studio offerings. Club Pilates prioritizes career advancement within the organization and seeks to offer unlimited growth potential to those who thrive.

This role is compensated between $55-65/hour (depending on studio) plus a commission and bonus structure. 

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to)

• Teach group classes, intro sessions, privates, and semi-privates per studio schedule.
• Lead at least 2 Intro Classes weekly and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Oversee class scheduling to maximize occupancy and member satisfaction; manage sub requests and instructor coverage.
• Support and develop the instructor team through mentorship, performance monitoring, and monthly Lead Instructor calls—train staff on key takeaways.
• Uphold Club Pilates education and brand standards across instruction, social media, and member experience.
• Plan and lead member and instructor workshops to enhance engagement and teaching quality.
• Ensure safe and effective use of equipment (Reformer, Chair, Springboard, TRX, Magic Circle, etc.); inspect before use and maintain studio cleanliness post-class.
• Represent the studio with professionalism and integrity, including at community and networking events.
• Arrive early, demonstrate reliability, and model the Club Pilates culture of honesty and excellence.

Qualifications & Skills

• Comprehensive Pilates Certification (450+ hours) in Mat, Reformer, Chair, and Springboard.
• 5+ years of group Pilates teaching experience; proven ability to modify for diverse levels and needs.
• Current CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, safety, and apparatus-based instruction (6+ participants).
• Familiarity with Club Pilates methodology and openness to integrating TRX, Barre, and TriggerPoint modalities.
• Leadership mindset with mentoring experience and a collaborative approach.
• Professional communicator with clear, confident public speaking and auditory skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and discreet; able to maintain confidentiality and uphold brand integrity.
• Comfortable with prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Strong problem-solving under pressure.
• Proficient or willing to learn ClubReady software.
• Demonstrates commitment to growth and continuing education.

Compensation & Benefits

Job Title: Lead Instructor
Location: On Site, Studio-based 
Report to: General Manager
Position Type: Full Time/Exempt
Working Hours: 30+ hours / week
Compensation: $55-65 / hour + bonus structure

Benefits: 401(k) match) after 90 days