Lead Instructor - Club Pilates Mercer Island

Job Description

Position Title: Lead Pilates Instructor

Reports to: General Manager, Directors or Studio Owners

Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

POSITION

The Pilates instructor provides safe, effective group Pilates instruction using the reformer and other pieces of equipment. The Lead Pilates Instructor is an exemplary example of this and ensures that all instructional staff within the studio is abiding by brand standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Participation in monthly Lead Instructor conference calls and subsequent training of staff regarding topics covered on these calls

Help manage studio schedule and ensure class types, times, levels and instructor scheduled are ideal to maximize occupancy and client satisfaction

Ensure that all images posted on social media sites reflect proper form and safety standards and are in alignment with Club Pilates standards

Regularly inspect equipment for damage or wear and make recommendations to management about updates

Stay up to date with and implement Club Pilates education standards at all times

Track and review other studio instructors for proficiency and performance on a regular schedule

Provided needed mentorship to instructors to ensure their teaching is up to Club Pilates standards

Assist with the Teacher Training Program: info sessions, mentorship of students/apprentices, etc.

Plan and provide client workshops/specialty classeson a regular schedule

Plan and execute instructor workshops on a regular schedule

Have availability to assist with grassroots efforts

Assist in the hiring and recruiting of new instructors

Provide Pilates classes, including group reformer classes, as directed and pursuant to Club Pilates standards and at times set by Club Pilates (e.g. learning names, asking for injuries, cueing Pilates exercises)

Must be skilled at proper and safe use of a variety of equipment during each class, including, but not limited to, hand weights, Exo-Chair, Reformer, Springboard and other equipment as needed to ensure a safe yet creative group experience

May be required to conduct private, semi-private, or other additional sessions a needed Will visually inspect the equipment prior to the beginning of class to ensure equipment is in good working order and safe to use

Instructor will be responsible for maintenance of the studio, including cleaning floor after each shift and making sure equipment is left in a specific configuration for the next shift.

Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.

Must be able to lift 20 lbs. and be able to move/push equipment as needed

Visual acuity required

Must be able to stand for lon