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Pilates Instructor

Duke University
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
Pilates Reformer Instructor

Be You.

The Fitness Team within the Duke Recreation and Physical Education department is looking for knowledgeable, energetic, and comprehensive certified Pilates Reformer Instructors. All Private Pilates instructors are required to hold a current comprehensive Pilates Instructor Certification from a respected and validated certifying organization. Current CPR and First Aid Certifications are Also Required. Duke Recreation and Physical Education is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

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Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Certification from a respected and validated certifying organization.
  • Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification (or ability to obtain within first 30-days).
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two or more years of experience working in private 1 on 1 or small group settings teaching Reformer Pilates.
  • Experience working with a variety of ages, wellness goals and physical conditions in a private Pilates Reformer setting.
  • Mat Pilates certification and/or teaching experience.

Other Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Current Comprehensive Pilates Reformer Instructor Certification.

This position is onsite. The work is performed on-site on Duke University’s East Campus in the Brodie Recreation Center.

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Minimum Qualifications

Education

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED; Group exercise certification from a credible organization or Personal training certificationfrom a credible organization or Physical Education degree

Experience

N/A

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED Group exercise certification from a credible organization Personal training certification from a credible organization Physical Education degree

Job Code: 00000740 FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Job Level: 11

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $22.80 to USD $36.01. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds,and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specificphysical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).

Salary : $23 - $36

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