Company Description STRONG Pilates Kitsilano is a soon-to-open studio in Vancouver, BC, offering 45-minute, low-impact, high-intensity full-body workouts that combine Pilates-inspired movement, strength training, and cardio. Members train on innovative Rowformers and Bikeformers across 20 stations, with a class mix that includes STRONG BODY, STRONG LOADED, PILATES STRENGTH, STRONG 360, and PILATES ONLY. The studio focuses on progress, community connection, and adaptable programming, allowing individuals to train at their own level with more or less intensity as needed. Founding memberships are available, and STRONG Pilates Kitsilano actively engages local businesses and teams for community classes and collaborations. Located at 1655 W 4th Avenue, the studio aims to create an inclusive environment where members can build strength, confidence, and meaningful connections.
Role Description The Group Fitness Instructor is a full-time, on-site role based at STRONG Pilates Kitsilano in Vancouver, BC. This role is responsible for leading dynamic group classes on Rowformers and Bikeformers, delivering safe, effective, and engaging Pilates-inspired strength and cardio sessions for diverse fitness levels. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and organizing the studio space, demonstrating exercises with clear instruction, offering modifications and progressions, and monitoring participant technique to ensure safety. The instructor will build relationships with members, provide excellent in-class and pre/post-class customer service, and help foster an inclusive, community-focused environment. Additional responsibilities include supporting member retention, contributing to class programming, attending team meetings and training sessions, and representing the STRONG Pilates brand in studio and community events.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated skills in Group Exercise and Fitness Instruction, with experience leading safe and motivating group classes.
- Background in Personal Training and the Fitness Industry, including understanding of exercise science, programming, and safe training practices.
- Strong Customer Service skills, with the ability to build rapport, engage members, and create a welcoming, inclusive environment.
- Recognized fitness or Pilates-related certification (e.g., group fitness, personal training, Pilates) and current CPR/First Aid certification.
- Ability to coach individuals at varying fitness levels, provide clear verbal and visual cues, and offer appropriate modifications and progressions.
- Comfort working with music-driven classes and maintaining high energy while ensuring proper form and safety.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.
- Prior experience in a boutique studio or group training environment is an asset; familiarity with Pilates, rowing, or cycling formats is beneficial.
