Head Coach Reformer Pilates
Apply now or send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you want to join the Release team and why you believe you would succeed in this role to Anouk at anouk@release-antwerp.be.
Release is an international yet local boutique fitness group, connecting active individuals through sports, wellness and hospitality. We’re a team of go-getters who value an active lifestyle, enjoy connecting with like-minded people and we have a lot of fun while doing it.
For our Reformer Pilates coaching team, we're looking for a superstar coach who's ready to go above and beyond to help our Reform group class concept thrive and grow.
Job Title: Head Coach Reformer Pilates
Reports directly to: Business Manager
Oversees: Reformer Pilates Coaches
As a Head Coach at Release you play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and delivery of our group classes. Together with your team of coaches you uphold the high standards of teaching, class innovation and customer satisfaction. The Head Coach is responsible for overseeing the development and training of coaches within a designated concept, fostering a culture of growth, excellence, and innovation.
The hours for this role are 18 hours per month, to be scheduled flexibly according to the concepts needs. Besides that, you’ll be expected to teach pilates classes within our studio’s for 10-20 hours per week (exact amount to be determined, based on your preferences).
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Instructor Development: Lead the continuous professional development of instructors by providing ongoing feedback, coaching, and evaluation. Ensure trainers maintain and improve their technical skills, class delivery, and client engagement.
- Quality Control & Standardisation: Auditing classes to ensure adherence to the prescribed teaching formats, equipment usage, and member experience protocols.
- Onboarding: Oversee the training side of the onboarding process for new trainers, ensuring they meet Release’s standards before delivering classes. Coordinate regular assessments to ensure certification requirements are consistently met.
- Workshops & Continuing Education: Organise and facilitate workshops, masterclasses, and continuing education sessions to keep trainers at the forefront of industry trends and innovations.
- Trend Monitoring & Innovation: Stay informed on the latest fitness trends, innovations in programming, and client preferences to ensure Release’s offerings remain relevant, competitive, and cutting-edge.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in leading and developing trainer teams is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of Reformer Pilates.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to the evolving needs of the business.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high training and service standards.
- Strong understanding of class structure, equipment use, and programming with a passion for fitness innovation.
- Flexible to travel between studio locations and work across different schedules (mornings, evenings, weekends).
- Passion for elevating the member experience through high-quality training and instruction.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary.
- Exclusive opportunity to host independent teacher trainings at our studio’s.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Complimentary access to training and classes at Release.
