Pilates Trainer

PILATES TRAINER - Orange County
In-Studio Training + Teaching
Pay: $22/hr
Position Type:
Part Time

Be a part of the rapidly growing boutique fitness industry and join the Riser Fitness Studio Team! At Riser, we’re more than just workouts — we’re building a strong, supportive community where members and team members thrive. With over 100 locations, Riser Fitness is one of the nation’s largest and longest-standing multi‑unit operators of the Club Pilates franchise system.

Riser Fitness is seeking passionate and motivated fitness professionals to become Riser Pilates Trainers. This role provides hands‑on experience, structured education, and personalized mentorship to prepare you to confidently lead Level 1 and 1.5 Pilates classes at Riser Fitness run Club Pilates studios.

You’ll develop a strong foundation in Pilates principles, cueing, class design, and safe instruction—all while gaining real‑world teaching experience in a supportive, team‑based environment.

• Current certification in a fitness, wellness, or health discipline (e.g., personal training, yoga, group fitness, dance, physical therapy, etc.)
• At least 2 years of experience teaching group fitness classes
• Understanding of movement mechanics, anatomy, and verbal cueing techniques
• Commitment to completing a full Mat and Reformer Pilates certification through an approved program*

* Requirements may vary based on cohort

* Must be available for in‑person Trainings that takes place on the following dates:

• October 20th‑22nd
• November 17th
• December 15th

* Must be available for Calls that takes place on the following dates:

• October 13th
• November 3rd
• December 3rd
• January 5th

• Attend 5 in‑studio training days (additional days may be required)
• Participate in virtual education and mentorship sessions

• Pass a written exam (score of 85% or higher) covering:
  • Cueing & flow structure
  • Injury awareness & contraindications
  • Core Pilates teaching principles
• Teach a portion of a group Reformer Pilates class, demonstrating:
  • Effective pacing and transitions
  • Use of PEACE RR cueing methodology
  • Proper safety modifications and professionalism
  • Confident and engaging class delivery

• Must be available to regularly teach at least 8 in‑studio classes per week at a Riser Fitness owned Club Pilates location

• Hands‑on training and real teaching experience
• Career mentorship and growth opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive, and supportive studio culture
• Pathway to full Pilates certification and long‑term success

• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Pilates classes
• Room for advancement within Riser Fitness