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Midtown

Pilates Instructor (Reformer & Apparatus)

Chicago, IL

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
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On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
14 Oct 2026

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the posting

Midtown is seeking a passionate and experienced Pilates Instructor to join our growing team. We're looking for someone who loves helping people move better, feel stronger, and achieve results through expertly designed Pilates programming.

Our instructors deliver exceptional experiences through small-group reformer classes and private training sessions while building meaningful relationships with members. You'll work in a premium studio environment featuring Balanced Body reformers with towers, EXO chairs, ARC barrels, and a variety of apparatus and props.

Immediate opportunity to teach established classes, inherit active clients, and build a thriving private training business.

Looking to expand your schedule? Our growing Pilates program offers opportunities to increase teaching hours and private training volume.

Whether you're seeking part-time opportunities or looking to grow into a full-time schedule with benefits, Midtown offers the support, member demand, and resources to help you thrive.

What You'll Do

  • Lead engaging small-group Pilates classes and private training sessions
  • Design and deliver safe, effective, and results-driven Pilates programming
  • Utilize reformers, towers, chairs, barrels, and additional apparatus to create dynamic member experiences
  • Develop individualized and group programming that supports member goals and long-term success
  • Build strong member relationships that encourage retention and referrals
  • Deliver sessions with professionalism, energy, and attention to detail
  • Complete required administrative responsibilities and client documentation
  • Participate in team meetings, educational opportunities, and club initiatives
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming studio environment

What We're Looking For

  • Passion for helping people improve their health, movement, and quality of life
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to coach and motivate clients of varying experience levels and abilities
  • Professional, reliable, and team-oriented mindset
  • Commitment to delivering an exceptional member experience

Qualifications

Required

  • Pilates Reformer Certification from a nationally recognized training program
  • Experience teaching Pilates group classes and/or private sessions
  • Current CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Strongly Preferred

  • Certification and experience teaching additional Pilates apparatus, including: Tower/Cadillac Chair Barrels and other apparatus
  • Experience working with Balanced Body equipment
  • Experience building and maintaining a private client roster

Why Midtown?

  • Established Pilates program with a loyal and engaged member community
  • Immediate opportunity to step into existing classes and client demand
  • Opportunity to teach both group classes and private sessions
  • Premium equipment and studio environment
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Full-time benefits available, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
  • Complimentary club membership

Compensation

$36-$47 per hour , based on experience, certifications, and class type.

Join Midtown and bring your passion for Pilates to a team that values exceptional coaching, meaningful member relationships, and professional growth.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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