Yoga Instructor

Yoga Instructor

Kaizen House of Athletics \| Fitness Operations Department

Reports To: Program Director

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Join the Experience at Kaizen

At Kaizen House of Athletics, our mission is to help individuals become the best version of themselves—physically, mentally, and personally. Guided by the philosophy of continuous improvement and grounded in a People First culture, we are committed to creating an environment where members feel supported, challenged, and empowered. By combining exceptional service, meaningful connections, and a high-performance atmosphere, we are building a community that inspires lasting growth and success.

The Role

As a Yoga Instructor, you are responsible for leading safe, engaging, and inclusive yoga classes that support participants’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This role involves guiding individuals through yoga postures, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and mindfulness practices while creating a positive and supportive environment for all skill levels. The Yoga Instructor promotes overall wellness by encouraging proper alignment, stress reduction, flexibility, strength, and balance while ensuring participant safety and delivering a high-quality class experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic and engaging group exercise classes for participants of varying fitness levels and abilities.
• Instruct and demonstrate proper yoga postures, breathing techniques, alignment, and mindfulness practices.
• Create a welcoming, motivating, and inclusive class environment.
• Arrive prepared with organized class plans, music, and equipment setup.
• Modify exercises and provide alternative movements based on participant needs and limitations.
• Monitor participants during class and provide encouragement, feedback, and corrections when necessary.
• Stay current with industry trends, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Build positive relationships with members and promote participation in group fitness programs.

Training Philosophy

At Kaizen, training is a service rooted in trust, expertise, and genuine human connection. We believe great coaching begins with understanding the individual—their goals, motivations, and aspirations. Our purpose is not simply to deliver workouts, but to provide a personalized experience that empowers members to achieve lasting physical, mental, and personal growth. The most meaningful results occur when exceptional coaching meets a member's commitment to becoming their best.

Qualifications

• Current Yoga Instructor certification from a recognized program or organization (200+ Hour or equivalent program).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• High level of organization and followup discipline
• Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment
• Passion for fitness, wellness, and personal growth.
• Preferred: 1+ years of Instructor experience, a related degree, luxury fitness or hospitality experience, and/or specialty certifications.

Compensation Structure

Compensation for this role includes - base pay \& commission per class. Additional incentive pay eligible based on individual and team performance.

Why Kaizen

At Kaizen, you're not just joining a team—you're becoming part of a community committed to growth, accountability, and excellence. We believe in continuous improvement and creating meaningful experiences for our members and teammates alike. Every day presents an opportunity to learn, grow, and be better.

About Kaizen House of Athletics

Kaizen is a fitness community for continuous improvement. Not just somewhere you work out. A place to learn, grow, and be better.