Pilates Trainer

PILATES TRAINER - East Bay

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 take place on the following dates:
  • October 27th-29th
  • December 3rd
  • January 6th
• Must be available for calls that take place on the following dates:
  • November 12th
  • December 17th
  • January 21st

• 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 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