Job Description

Why Your Role Matters

The Yoga Sculpt Instructor is responsible for leading high-energy, safe, and results-driven classes that combine yoga, strength training, and functional movement. This role enhances participants’ strength, flexibility, endurance, and confidence while creating an inclusive and motivating environment. The instructor plays a key role in supporting overall wellness and helping members of all fitness levels reach their personal goals.

How You Make an Impact

• Plan, prepare, and deliver dynamic Yoga Sculpt classes that integrate yoga flows, resistance training, and cardio elements.

• Design well-balanced class sequences that prioritize proper alignment, functional movement, and overall safety.

• Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on guidance to ensure proper form and technique.

• Offer modifications and progressions to accommodate participants of varying fitness levels, abilities, and experience.

• Create an energizing and inclusive class atmosphere that motivates and empowers participants.

• Ensure the safe and effective use of equipment such as light weights, resistance bands, and yoga props.

• Monitor participants throughout class to promote safety and respond appropriately to injuries or concerns.

• Arrive prepared with structured class plans and curated, engaging music playlists.

• Build strong relationships with participants to encourage retention and a sense of community.

• Stay current with industry trends, training methods, and continuing education in yoga and fitness.

• Support studio or organization initiatives, programs, and events through active member engagement.

• Complete attendance tracking, incident reports, and other required documentation as needed.

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.

• Lead by example, fostering a positive, respectful, and wellness-focused environment.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y

• Certified Yoga Instructor (minimum 200-hour; 300-hour preferred).

• Yoga Sculpt or similar format certification preferred, or equivalent experience teaching this style.

• 2+ years of experience teaching yoga classes that incorporate strength training or power-based elements.

• Current CPR/AED certification required

• Experience teaching Yoga Sculpt, Power Yoga, or similar hybrid group fitness classes.

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, alignment, and injury prevention.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Confidence and presence in leading group fitness classes.

• Ability to motivate and engage a diverse range of participants.

• Skill in creating energizing and appropriate music playlists.

• Passion for health, wellness, and community building.

• Availability to teach evenings (Monday and Wednesday 5:30–6:30 PM) and preferably Saturdays (10:45–11:45 AM).

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.