Pilates Instructor

**Department**: Recreation & Fitness

**Type**: Casual

**Posted**: 5 November 2024

**Closes**: 11 December 2024

Purruna Spencer Newton Centre is a vibrant community hub dedicated to promoting health and wellness for individuals of all ages. We are on the lookout for passionate and certified Pilates Instructors to join our vibrant team. Our facility features a stunning, boutique-style Pilates studio equipped with 16 reformer beds, offering a diverse array of wellness programs for our community.

As a Pilates Instructor, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, engaging, and effective group classes that adhere to our format guidelines. Your ability to connect with participants will not only motivate them but also enhance their overall experience. Through your dedication and expertise, we aim to inspire a commitment to health and well-being, one participant at a time.

**THE ROLE**

As a Pilates Instructor, reporting to the Pilates Studio Manager, you will:

- Conduct dynamic group Pilates classes that cater to various skill levels.
- Ensure the safety and appropriateness of exercises for all participants.
- Build strong connections with class members to foster motivation and engagement.
- Promote a positive and inclusive atmosphere in every session.
- Contribute to the development and growth of our wellness programs.

**ABOUT THE Y**

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With 1000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**
- Reformer Pilates Certification
- Matwork Certification (Desirable)
- Professional Registration with applicable governing body
- HLTAID009 Provide CPR (or be willing to obtain)
- Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect” (RRHAN-EC) Masterclass training (or be willing to obtain)

**THE BENEFITS**
- The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
- Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities.
- A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.
- A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.

**LIKE TO KNOW MORE?**

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Angie Ashri on (08) 8273 1533.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter to Angie Ashri

**Applications close 11 December 2024.**

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

**COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN**
- National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
- DHS Working With Children Check
- International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.