Lead Barre Instructor
Chelsea Piers New York, New York, NY, United States
Lead Barre Instructor
Chelsea Piers Fitness - All New York City Locations
Overview
Salary Range $30.00 - $92.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time
Description
About Chelsea Piers:
Careers at Chelsea Piers offer unmatched facilities, excellent benefits, and proven career growth opportunities for people who are passionate about transforming the lives of our community through sports, fitness, and event experiences.
With four locations in NYC and growing, Chelsea Piers Fitness is redefining the luxury fitness experience. We are a community built on Empowerment, Purpose, Transformation, and Community.
The Opportunity:
At Chelsea Piers Fitness, we're more than a gym
we're a destination for connection, transformation, and community. If you're passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking to grow your career in the fitness and wellness space, we want to meet you.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Complimentary All-Access Membership to Chelsea Piers Fitness
plus discounts on in-club services.
Team-Oriented Culture
we win together and support each other every day.
Pathways for Growth
from hospitality to management, operations, personal training, and beyond.
Purpose-Driven Work
every day is a chance to help someone feel seen, supported, and successful
Role & Responsibilities
The responsibilities and duties described here are representative of those anticipated for the Barre Lead Instructor. This is not a comprehensive list and other duties may be assigned.
The primary goal of this position is to enhance the Barre experience for members: this includes refining class concepts, staff development, building class attendance, improving member engagement, ensuring fun and effective programming, and more.
Responsibilities include:
Identify new opportunities for CPf Barre program such as:
Innovative class ideas plus a deep understanding of program's competition
Proposals on potential equipment and studio upgrades
Communicate with each site's Hospitality, Fitness Concierge and Operations teams to carry out any necessary on-site tasks, including substitutions, technical issues, studio maintenance, and equipment needs
Maintain a strong presence in all clubs including during peak hours such as evenings and weekends, at various member events, and on social media
Serve as a brand ambassador for Chelsea Piers Fitness
Seek excellence and progress in all tasks
Program Management:
Sharpen & develop Barre core program using technology and equipment currently in use
Develop new class styles, technology applications, and marketing initiatives to ensure that Barre at Chelsea Piers Fitness is recognized as a leader in the Barre industry
Help create an engaging and diverse schedule that speaks to a broad member base
Collaborate with Marketing to promote classes, special events, promotions, themed rides, and more
Team Leadership:
Minimum one year experience leading a team of 5 + people
Barre Team Leadership:
Work with Group Fitness Director to develop class & instructor guidelines and standards
Train, mentor, evaluate, and manage Barre instructor staff, including:
Ensure all instructors implement an effective, engaging, on-brand Barre experience
Ensure all instructors adhere to expectations in Chelsea Piers Fitness & Group Fitness handbooks
Assist with schedule management, substitutions, payroll, and evaluations
Assist with social media outreach / marketing to help all instructors gain a following
Help recruit and develop talent
Expanding program / instructor knowledge base
training, workshops, etc.
Auditing and coaching instructors on teaching styles and building music playlists
Maintain hiring and evaluation procedures
Class, Training and Onboarding Content
Develop clear class structures
Develop onboarding systems, including audio and video content that supports recruitment, hiring and training
Staff training:
Quarterly Staff Meetings:
1-2 staff meetings per quarter; dates & hours pre-approved by Group Fitness Director
Conduct regular team meetings to review best practices and implement new formats
New Club Trainings
Prepare new and existing instructors to teach in new locations
Instruction:
Serve as Lead instructor teaching at least two classes per week at at least 3 New York City locations. Recommended teaching at least 8+ classes per week (evenly split across teaching locations)
Develop a strong following across Chelsea Piers Fitness clubs through member engagement inside and outside of the studios
Serve as lead substitute for Barre classes when necessary
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 3 years of Barre experience
Experience at either national boutique studios or large fitness clubs preferred
At least one year of Team management / leadership experience
High-energy, personable and passion for fitness with a team-first mentality.
Self-motivated/entrepreneurial spirit with an outgoing, diligent and affable disposition.
Superior customer service skills; excellent and clear communication skills, both verbal and written; strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Organizational skills, including management of multiple projects and technologies; and a familiarity or willingness to learn Microsoft Outlook, Teams and Exerp
Ability to adapt to change and a willingness to improve and evolve
Reliable
Effective communicator
Compensation
Structured as follows:
Weekly stipend, 10 hours a week of administrative duties, including staff training/ management, product development, hiring and more ($30/hour)
Teaching rate, between 4-12 classes across multiple clubs ($75-92/hour)
Chelsea Piers Fitness - All New York City Locations
Overview
Salary Range $30.00 - $92.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time
Description
About Chelsea Piers:
Careers at Chelsea Piers offer unmatched facilities, excellent benefits, and proven career growth opportunities for people who are passionate about transforming the lives of our community through sports, fitness, and event experiences.
With four locations in NYC and growing, Chelsea Piers Fitness is redefining the luxury fitness experience. We are a community built on Empowerment, Purpose, Transformation, and Community.
The Opportunity:
At Chelsea Piers Fitness, we're more than a gym
we're a destination for connection, transformation, and community. If you're passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking to grow your career in the fitness and wellness space, we want to meet you.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Complimentary All-Access Membership to Chelsea Piers Fitness
plus discounts on in-club services.
Team-Oriented Culture
we win together and support each other every day.
Pathways for Growth
from hospitality to management, operations, personal training, and beyond.
Purpose-Driven Work
every day is a chance to help someone feel seen, supported, and successful
Role & Responsibilities
The responsibilities and duties described here are representative of those anticipated for the Barre Lead Instructor. This is not a comprehensive list and other duties may be assigned.
The primary goal of this position is to enhance the Barre experience for members: this includes refining class concepts, staff development, building class attendance, improving member engagement, ensuring fun and effective programming, and more.
Responsibilities include:
Identify new opportunities for CPf Barre program such as:
Innovative class ideas plus a deep understanding of program's competition
Proposals on potential equipment and studio upgrades
Communicate with each site's Hospitality, Fitness Concierge and Operations teams to carry out any necessary on-site tasks, including substitutions, technical issues, studio maintenance, and equipment needs
Maintain a strong presence in all clubs including during peak hours such as evenings and weekends, at various member events, and on social media
Serve as a brand ambassador for Chelsea Piers Fitness
Seek excellence and progress in all tasks
Program Management:
Sharpen & develop Barre core program using technology and equipment currently in use
Develop new class styles, technology applications, and marketing initiatives to ensure that Barre at Chelsea Piers Fitness is recognized as a leader in the Barre industry
Help create an engaging and diverse schedule that speaks to a broad member base
Collaborate with Marketing to promote classes, special events, promotions, themed rides, and more
Team Leadership:
Minimum one year experience leading a team of 5 + people
Barre Team Leadership:
Work with Group Fitness Director to develop class & instructor guidelines and standards
Train, mentor, evaluate, and manage Barre instructor staff, including:
Ensure all instructors implement an effective, engaging, on-brand Barre experience
Ensure all instructors adhere to expectations in Chelsea Piers Fitness & Group Fitness handbooks
Assist with schedule management, substitutions, payroll, and evaluations
Assist with social media outreach / marketing to help all instructors gain a following
Help recruit and develop talent
Expanding program / instructor knowledge base
training, workshops, etc.
Auditing and coaching instructors on teaching styles and building music playlists
Maintain hiring and evaluation procedures
Class, Training and Onboarding Content
Develop clear class structures
Develop onboarding systems, including audio and video content that supports recruitment, hiring and training
Staff training:
Quarterly Staff Meetings:
1-2 staff meetings per quarter; dates & hours pre-approved by Group Fitness Director
Conduct regular team meetings to review best practices and implement new formats
New Club Trainings
Prepare new and existing instructors to teach in new locations
Instruction:
Serve as Lead instructor teaching at least two classes per week at at least 3 New York City locations. Recommended teaching at least 8+ classes per week (evenly split across teaching locations)
Develop a strong following across Chelsea Piers Fitness clubs through member engagement inside and outside of the studios
Serve as lead substitute for Barre classes when necessary
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 3 years of Barre experience
Experience at either national boutique studios or large fitness clubs preferred
At least one year of Team management / leadership experience
High-energy, personable and passion for fitness with a team-first mentality.
Self-motivated/entrepreneurial spirit with an outgoing, diligent and affable disposition.
Superior customer service skills; excellent and clear communication skills, both verbal and written; strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Organizational skills, including management of multiple projects and technologies; and a familiarity or willingness to learn Microsoft Outlook, Teams and Exerp
Ability to adapt to change and a willingness to improve and evolve
Reliable
Effective communicator
Compensation
Structured as follows:
Weekly stipend, 10 hours a week of administrative duties, including staff training/ management, product development, hiring and more ($30/hour)
Teaching rate, between 4-12 classes across multiple clubs ($75-92/hour)