About ENQOR
ENQOR is a modern Reformer Pilates studio in Wellington built for people who take their wellness seriously and want training that delivers real results. Our classes combine athletic Reformer Pilates, Mat Pilates, and Athletic Yoga to create movement that is precise, challenging, and intentional. We are not a "fluff" or "vibe" studio. We value form, clarity, consistency, and exceptional client experiences.
We are proud to have our doors open, our community growing, and our standards high. Our mission is to continue building a brand known for outstanding instruction and a team culture rooted in professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As ENQOR's Studio Manager, you will lead the daily operations of our growing boutique studio while helping maintain its exceptional quality. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership position. You will oversee studio operations, lead the front desk team, uphold our elite teaching methodology, support client retention, and mentor our instructor team.
This role is ideal for an experienced fitness professional who enjoys coaching people, managing systems, building culture, and remaining deeply connected to clients through teaching. You'll work directly alongside the Studio Owner and play a significant role in the daily success of the business.
Our Commitment to You: Sustainable Leadership
We believe exceptional leadership should not require burnout. This is a 40-hour leadership role, with responsibilities prioritized and adjusted as business needs change—not simply added on top.
Responsibilities
Studio Operations & Leadership
- Lead the daily operations of the studio while maintaining a premium standard of professionalism.
- Manage instructor schedules and coordinate substitute coverage.
- Supervise, coach, and support the front desk team.
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding for instructors and front desk staff.
- Ensure studio cleanliness, organization, equipment safety, and operational excellence.
- Maintain a consistently exceptional, premium client experience.
Instructor Leadership & Teaching
- Teach 8–10 athletic Reformer Pilates and Mat Pilates classes per week that reflect ENQOR's coaching philosophy.
- Deliver clear cueing, technical coaching, safe progressions, and intentional programming.
- Help maintain, refine, and uphold ENQOR's high-quality teaching methodology.
- Mentor instructors through coaching, class observations, and constructive feedback.
- Ensure consistency across instructor performance and teaching standards.
Client Experience & Studio Growth
- Support membership sales and client retention initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with members and create an exceptional studio culture.
- Assist with local partnerships, community outreach, studio events, and pop-up activations.
- Represent ENQOR professionally within the Wellington community.
Schedule & Availability
- Full-Time (40 hours per week): Your schedule includes 8–10 hours of class instruction, with the remaining hours dedicated to studio management and operations.
- Must have availability for standard studio shifts, which include a mix of mornings, evenings, and weekend rotations.
Candidate Traits & Qualifications
Required:
- 1–2+ years of management experience (fitness, retail, hospitality, or boutique wellness preferred).
- Reformer Pilates and/or Mat Pilates Certification.
- Pilates teaching experience (Reformer and Mat) with a strong understanding of anatomy, alignment, and form.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
- Positive attitude with a collaborative, team-first mindset.
Preferred:
- Yoga teaching experience is a plus.
- Experience with boutique fitness software (Example: Arketa, Mindbody, Mariana Tek, etc.).
- Experience mentoring, coaching, or developing instructors.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: $48,000 annual base salary plus up to $12,000 in performance bonuses, with earning potential of $60,000+ annually.
- Complimentary unlimited studio classes.
- Professional leadership development.
- Direct influence over programming, instructor development, and studio standards.
- Opportunity to grow alongside a premium brand with future expansion potential.
- A structured, collaborative workplace focused on excellence—not burnout.
Why ENQOR?
We're looking for a leader who wants to make a measurable impact. Your leadership will directly influence how our instructors teach, how our members experience the studio, and how smoothly our operations run. If you're passionate about fitness, leadership, developing people, and running a premium studio within a healthy, structured environment, we’d love to meet you.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free fitness classes
- Opportunities for advancement
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable teaching clients and training instructors in high-intensity, athletic, workout-based classes?
- This role requires a flexible schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, weekend rotations, and stepping in for class coverage within your scheduled 40-hour work week. Can you fully commit to this schedule and leadership responsibility?
- How many years of management or leadership experience do you have (fitness, hospitality, retail, or boutique wellness)?
Experience:
- Reformer Pilates teaching in a studio setting: 2 years (Required)
- Mat Pilates teaching in a studio setting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
