Congratulations on completing your Pilates certification course. Now that you’re a certified Pilates professional, you probably can’t wait to get out there and start teaching your own classes. But what are the next steps in your career? How do you go about finding a position that meets your life and financial needs? The following information is designed to help newly minted Pilates professionals who want to put their certification to good use.
Looking for a Job in the Pilates Industry
Obviously, after spending all that time obtaining your certification, you want a job teaching your own Pilates classes. The first step is to examine the job market. Although Pilates instructors are currently in demand thanks to an explosion in interest, there is still some legwork to be done.
Check out the following sources of potential employment:
- Pilates studios. You can go door to door in your town, visiting various Pilates studios and seeing if they are need of your services. An easier method might be to hop online and go site-by-site instead. Some studios will post their needs on their company website – and short of that, you can just give them a call.
- Fitness centers. Pilates is no longer confined to just Pilates studios exclusively. You can now find Pilates classes offered at mainstream gyms and fitness centers. This means more potential work opportunities for you!
- Online. Craigslist and local job sites are still one of the best sources for any form of employment – and Pilates instruction is no exception. Spend a couple of hours at these sites, and who knows, you may find your Pilates dream job.
Deciding How Many Hours You Want to Work
Another thing to do after you receive your certification in Pilates is decide how many hours you want to devote to your craft. Some of the top Pilates teachers are able to make a very good living working full time as an instructor. However, this may not be the case for you. If you need to keep you “day job” then consider finding a part time situation that meets your needs.
Sell Yourself Effectively as a Pilates Instructor
When you head out into the Pilates job market, be sure and present yourself in the most professional manner possible. Be on time for interviews and always remember to send a thank you letter to those who interview you. Who knows, the studios that had no need for your services may soon have an opening – so don’t burn any bridges.
Core Pilates NYC offers full Pilates certification to dedicated men and women that want to be a part of this exciting industry. Contact us today for more information!
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