Lead Pilates Instructor/Studio Mentor - Santa Clara

Lead Instructor MNTSTUDIO | Santa Clara

Elevate your career. Inspire a community. Lead with purpose.

Are you a passionate Pilates professional ready to lead, mentor, and make a lasting impact? MNTSTUDIO's first South Bay Location in Santa Clarais looking for aCertified Lead Instructor to join our growing team. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role where your teaching expertise, team-building skills, and love of movement will shape not only client experiences-but the next generation of instructors.

What You’ll Do:

Inspire and Guide a High-Performing Team

Oversee instructor scheduling and day-to-day team coordination across studios

Ensure the substitution process is running smoothly with accountability

Conduct class audits and performance reviews to support instructor growth and elevate quality

Mentor and coach instructors, cultivating a supportive and collaborative studio culture

Lead and Teach with Intention

Teach ~15 inspiring Reformer classes and private sessions each week, creating safe, empowering, and dynamic experiences for clients of all levels

Set the tone for excellence through your energy, presence, and professionalism

Step in as the primary substitute instructor when needed

Be the embodiment and ambassador for MNT

Recruit, Train, and Develop Talent

With our support, complete the MNTSTUDIO Reformer Certification Program and help train others in the MNTSTUDIO Signature Method

Partner with our VP of Training & Head of Education to identify and onboard new instructors

Lead our South Bay Instructor Mentorship Program, helping trainees grow into confident, skilled teachers

Support the growth and execution of MNT’s Reformer Certification Program and Heated Mat Certification Program and other education initiatives

Take initiative in outreach and recruitment for upcoming Teacher Trainings

Support Studio Operations

Ensure all Pilates equipment is maintained and in excellent condition

Step in as acting Studio Manager when needed to keep operations running seamlessly

Support studio sales and marketing efforts including at times attending events on behalf of MNT

What We’re Looking For

• Certified Pilates Instructor with strong Reformer expertise

• Minimum 3 years of group teaching experience

• Proven leadership ability and a passion for mentorship

• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

• Experience managing teams or teacher training programs a plus

• A growth mindset and commitment to education, wellness, and community

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $85,000

• Eligibility to enroll in company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Ongoing professional development and career advancement

Supportive, inspiring studio environment where you can truly thrive

Why MNTSTUDIO Santa Clara?

At MNTSTUDIO in , we’re more than a studio-we’re a community built on connection, empowerment, and continuous growth. As we expand into our first South Bay location, our new space will serve as a vibrant sanctuary where instructors feel supported, clients feel seen, and education and innovation thrive side by side.

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and growwith a team that moves with purpose,we’d love to meet you.

Apply now and take the next step in your Pilates leadership journey as part of our founding Santa Clara team.