Salaried Pilates Instructor (NYC)
New York Pilates
Location
New York
Salary
$95,000 - $120,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
The instructor will be responsible for consistently teaching a minimum of five shifts (25 hours per week) of high-quality reformer classes while actively representing the New York Pilates brand within the wellness community. This role also involves acting as a community connector and upholding the studio's teaching standards and client experience.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess over five years of experience teaching group reformer Pilates and hold a comprehensive Pilates certification (400+ hours), with proven ability to teach on eight or more machines. Essential qualifications include natural leadership, strong communication skills, deep roots in the NYC Pilates community, and the ability to commit to a consistent, full-time teaching schedule.
Job description
New York Pilates
“New York Pilates is about community and creating a space where people feel at home, leave their day behind and get into their bodies.” - Heather Andersen, Founder & Owner
We want you
We’re hiring a Full-Time Certified Pilates Instructor to join our NYC studios. This is a full-time (30+ hours/week), salaried opportunity for an instructor who is committed to a consistent teaching schedule, takes pride in their craft, and represents the NYP brand in the broader Pilates community.
This role is ideal for a seasoned instructor who leads by example on the studio floor, is deeply committed to teaching, mentoring others, and growing with New York Pilates long-term.
As a full-time instructor, you’ll be deeply embedded in the studio — delivering high-quality classes, representing the NYP brand, and contributing to an exceptional client experience.
- What you’ll do
- Teach 5 shifts (minimum 25 hours/week) per week of NYP reformer classes with consistency and excellence
- Serve as a brand ambassador for New York Pilates — showing up in the Pilates and wellness community, taking classes, and strengthening NYP’s presence and reputation
- Act as a community connector, building authentic relationships with instructors and studios across NYC
- Uphold and model NYP’s teaching standards, programming quality, and client experience
- Participate in instructor trainings, continued education, and ongoing development to support growth and teaching excellence
- What you bring
- 5+ years of Pilates group reformer teaching experience with a strong professional reputation
- Comprehensive Pilates certification (400+ hours) and experience teaching group reformer on 8+ machines.
- Live within 15 miles of the market and can reliably teach 25 hours/week on a consistent schedule.
- Natural leadership, strong communication skills, and a passion for mentoring other instructors
- A polished, professional presence and strong alignment with the NYP brand and cultur
- Deep roots in the NYC Pilates/fitness community and a natural ability to meet people, build relationships, and spot great talent.
- Why you’ll love working for nyp
- Consistent Scheduling – Block schedules for work–life balance
- Competitive Pay + Benefits – $95,000-$120,000 based on years of experience, eligible for accrued PTO, Healthcare and 401k
- Leadership & L&D Opportunities – Coaching, mentorship, and professional development pathways
- Lifestyle Perks – Complimentary NYP membership + merch discounts
- Salaried, Full-Time Role – Stability with growth opportunity
Benefits
- 401k
- Healthcare
- Accrued Paid Time Off
