CorePower Yoga, LLC. is hiring: Yoga Instructor - West Loop Studio (Chicago, IL)

Chicago, IL, USA •

West Loop, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM

OUR PEOPLE POWER OUR PURPOSE

Join our team and ignite your intention to make a difference. Together, we'll create an experience powerful enough to transform lives, including your own. Discover what happens when physical meets mindful.

We are fiercely committed to our core values of empowering everyone, practicing gratitude, building community, growing forward, and laughing together. We embrace our differences and foster an inclusive space where everyone can reach their full potential. We uplift, inspire, and guide one another. We make time to share the power of yoga together, celebrate milestones, and find joy in the present moment.

THE ROLE OF A COREPOWER YOGA INSTRUCTOR

A CorePower Yoga Instructor delivers an extraordinary experience. As an instructor, you will provide this experience through a welcoming front desk check-in process, guiding students through a CPY-aligned class, and supporting each individual student to live their power. Our instructors cultivate supportive relationships by making themselves accessible and approachable, ensuring student safety, and embodying the CPY Core Values at all times.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Teach a minimum of two (2) CorePower Yoga classes per week for a minimum of 4 hours of time in studio.
• Serve the community and provide a consistent safe space for all to practice by educating students on alignment, offering modifications for postures as appropriate, and consistently using CPY cueing formulas.
• Instructors are scheduled to be at the studio 30 minutes before and after each class to read studio communications, plan CPY aligned classes using the CPY Class Planning and support tools, and connect with the student community.
• Connect with students 30 minutes prior to and after class to support their personal growth, studio growth, and current CPY initiatives.
• Welcome students, check them into class, navigate POS transactions, perform front desk duties, and ensure a memorable experience for students.
• Perform cleaning tasks as assigned to ensure CPY Smart Health Protocol standards of cleanliness for safety.
• Contribute to a supportive, fun studio environment by upholding CPY Core Values and fostering positive relationships.
• Act as an ambassador for CPY initiatives and business streams, including memberships, programming, retail, etc.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Prior to June 2020: Completion of a 200-hour yoga teacher training with an additional 50 hours of continuing education for specific formats or a Yoga Sculpt or Fitness Training plus 40 hours of continuing Education.
• After June 2020: Completion of a format-related 200-hour yoga teacher training, or a CorePower Yoga Online teacher training, and/or 50HR Yoga Sculpt Intensive.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Excellent communication, professionalism, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Ability to lead physical activity for up to 1.5 hours.
• Ability to withstand heat of up to 104°F for at least 60 mins in heated classes.
• Ability to move around the studio, crouch, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 lbs.

THE PERKS

• Free All Access Membership for use in studio or online.
• Additional Free Membership for a Plus One.
• 30% off retail, with 50% off during sales.
• Access to continued education and sequencing resources.
• Employee Assistance Program.

WHO WE ARE

CorePower Yoga aims to share the transformative power of yoga. As the nation's largest yoga studio brand, we have over 200 locations, digital classes, and thousands of passionate teachers. We believe in community, making a difference, and the power within you.

This description is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may evolve. CorePower Yoga is an equal opportunity employer, providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities.