Pilates department is great - Senior Pilates Instructor Equinox Employee Review

4.0
Mar 1, 2026
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

Free continuing education, great equipment, supportive management, opportunities for growth in the company, free Equinox membership, discounts at the shop

Cons

Tough to get started but worth it once you've built business, bonus structure sucks - if you go on a trip and don't teach your regular number of sessions then you won't earn as much for the sessions you do teach in a pay period. Management (outside of Pilates department) is a revolving door, Equinox takes a big cut, so you could make a lot more hourly working independently or in a group reformer studio

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5.0
Apr 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Short hours. Free gym membershio and you can take the classes as well.

Cons

Sometimes too slow or at times way too many kids to handle by yourself.

2.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

free gym membership your own office

Cons

Sales quotas can be aggressive, and there is constant pressure to hit monthly targets regardless of market conditions. Success often depends heavily on club traffic, lead quality, and location, which can make performance feel inconsistent. Long hours and weekend availability are frequently expected, especially during promotional periods and month-end pushes. Compensation can fluctuate significantly if sales goals are missed. Management styles vary greatly by club; some locations offer strong support while others can be highly numbers-driven. Administrative tasks and CRM follow-up can become repetitive and take time away from building member relationships. High turnover among advisors can create additional workload for remaining team members. Advancement opportunities exist but can be competitive and sometimes unclear. The focus on sales metrics can occasionally overshadow the hospitality and member experience aspects of the role. Corporate initiatives and promotions can change frequently, requiring advisors to quickly adapt messaging and sales strategies

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