Build a Pilates Career Alongside Physical Therapists Who Value Movement Quality
You became a Pilates Instructor because you believe intentional movement can change how people feel, perform, and live.
At WAVE Physical Therapy + Pilates, Pilates is more than general fitness. It is an important part of a Physical Therapy-driven movement model focused on recovery, biomechanics, strength, performance, and long-term results.
You will work alongside Physical Therapists and wellness professionals to help clients move beyond pain, rebuild confidence, and develop stronger movement patterns.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Pilates Instructor who wants to expand their clinical understanding, collaborate with rehabilitation professionals, and deliver sessions that create measurable progress.
If you are looking for meaningful client relationships, professional growth, and a more advanced Pilates environment, WAVE could be the right next step.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive, negotiable compensation based on experience, versatility, and impact
- Flexible part-time schedule
- One-hour client sessions
- Ongoing mentorship and collaboration with Physical Therapists
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Access to wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Team events and collaborative culture
- Opportunity to expand your experience within a Physical Therapy environment
Why Pilates Instructors Choose WAVEWork Alongside Physical Therapists
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists who specialize in movement, recovery, and performance
- Learn how rehabilitation goals transition into Pilates-based movement
- Support clients as they progress beyond formal Physical Therapy
- Gain exposure to clinical reasoning, biomechanics, and movement assessment
- Contribute to a coordinated client care experience
Deliver Purposeful Pilates Sessions
- Lead sessions focused on alignment, control, strength, and intentional progression
- Help clients improve mobility, body awareness, stability, and confidence
- Adapt sessions around injuries, movement limitations, and individual goals
- Teach movement strategies clients can apply outside of the studio
- Focus on meaningful progress rather than simply completing exercises
Continue Growing Professionally
- Receive mentorship from experienced Physical Therapists and movement professionals
- Expand your understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and rehabilitation
- Strengthen your ability to work with clients recovering from pain or injury
- Develop more advanced cueing and programming skills
- Grow within a team that values learning, collaboration, and clinical excellence
What You Will Do
As a Pilates Instructor at WAVE, you will:
- Lead small-group Reformer classes
- Coach duet Pilates sessions
- Provide individualized private sessions
- Develop thoughtful session plans based on client needs and goals
- Support clients transitioning from Physical Therapy into ongoing movement training
- Help clients improve strength, mobility, balance, control, and body awareness
- Educate clients on alignment, breathing, movement patterns, and mechanics
- Modify exercises based on injury history, limitations, and ability level
- Track client progress and adjust programming as needed
- Communicate and collaborate with Physical Therapists and wellness providers
- Create a supportive and encouraging client experience
The Clients You Will Help
You will work with clients who want to:
- Recover safely after injury
- Continue progressing after Physical Therapy
- Reduce fear and rebuild confidence in movement
- Improve strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility
- Better understand how their body moves
- Develop movement habits that support long-term health
- Return to exercise, recreation, and everyday activities
- Progress beyond pain and physical limitations
What We Are Looking For
- Pilates certification required
- Minimum of three years of Pilates teaching experience
- Confidence leading Reformer-based sessions
- Experience coaching private, duet, or small-group sessions
- Strong understanding of anatomy and movement patterns
- Excellent communication, instruction, and cueing skills
- Ability to modify sessions for different needs and ability levels
- Interest in Physical Therapy, rehabilitation, and movement science
- Commitment to delivering personalized client care
- Desire to continue growing professionally
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
Who Thrives at WAVE
This opportunity is a strong fit for a Pilates Instructor who:
- Loves anatomy, biomechanics, and purposeful movement
- Enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients
- Values quality, precision, and progression
- Wants to work within a Physical Therapy-driven environment
- Enjoys collaborating with healthcare and wellness professionals
- Wants to help clients achieve lasting results
- Takes pride in creating an exceptional client experience
- Is motivated to keep learning and expanding their expertise
Where Physical Therapy and Pilates Work Together
WAVE Physical Therapy + Pilates was created to bridge the gap between rehabilitation, Pilates-based movement, strength, and long-term performance.
Clients receive more than a standard workout. They receive personalized instruction, education, and movement support based on their history, goals, and current abilities.
As a Pilates Instructor, you will play an important role in helping clients continue progressing after Physical Therapy and maintain the results they have worked hard to achieve.
You will help people move with greater confidence, recover more effectively, and build a stronger relationship with their body.
If you are an experienced Pilates Instructor ready to grow within a collaborative Physical Therapy environment, we would love to meet you.
Apply today to learn more about joining WAVE Physical Therapy + Pilates.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person
