Group Exercise Instructor - Holistic
Job description
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Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. We are on the lookout for passionate Holistic Instructors to join the team.
As a Holistic Instructor, you will create a space for members to feel balanced, rejuvenated, and connected both physically and mentally. Whether you specialize in Yoga, Pilates, Breathwork, Meditation or would love to teach our own bespoke David Lloyd class SPIRIT we would love to hear from you!
We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential.
Some of our perks:
· CIMSPA-accredited SPIRIT training & ongoing coaching.
· Ability to teach multiple classes in one location
· First-class, purpose-built studios
· Opportunities for career growth (Master Trainer, career transitions)
· Franchise membership
· Food and Beverage Discount
About you:
As a Group Exercise High Holistic Instructor:
· Please be aware, you must hold a minimum of Fitness/ETM Level 2 qualification or equivalent to apply for this role
· In addition, hold the below specific genre qualifications (class dependent)
- BWY (British Wheel of Yoga), or IYN, (Independent Yoga Network)
- Level 3 Pilates Mat Instructor
· You will be passionate about health and fitness and able to support and inspire our members achieve their goals.
· Have overall great communication and interaction skills
· Be self-driven with a positive outlook
· Have a passion about customer service.
Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture. Together, we're more than a Club!
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Application advice
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⭐ List your BWY, IYN, or Level 3 Pilates Mat qualification prominently in your CV header — the advert flags these as genre-specific requirements that will be screened at application stage.
📊 Quantify your teaching experience: e.g. 'Delivered 12 weekly yoga and breathwork classes to 200+ members across 3 studio locations, maintaining 95% class occupancy'.
🎯 Mention any CIMSPA membership or accredited CPD courses explicitly, as David Lloyd highlights CIMSPA-accredited training as a key benefit and cultural marker.
🌐 If you teach multiple holistic disciplines (e.g. Yoga AND Pilates AND Meditation), list each with its qualification — the advert explicitly values instructors who can cover multiple class types in one location.
🤝 Include a short Personal Statement referencing member wellbeing outcomes and inclusive class environments, mirroring the advert's language around 'balanced, rejuvenated, and connected' member experiences.
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- •Delivered 10 weekly Yoga and Pilates Mat classes to groups of up to 25 members, achieving a 93% average class occupancy rate over 12 months.
- •Designed and introduced a 6-week breathwork and meditation programme for 40 members, resulting in a 30% increase in repeat bookings for holistic sessions.
- •Maintained full BWY and Level 3 Pilates Mat compliance across all classes, completing 20 hours of CIMSPA-recognised CPD annually to uphold qualification standards.
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Dear Hiring Manager,
David Lloyd Clubs' commitment to holistic member wellbeing — from CIMSPA-accredited SPIRIT training to purpose-built studios — is precisely the environment in which I want to develop my practice. I hold a BWY Yoga qualification and a Level 3 Pilates Mat Instructor certificate, and I am experienced in delivering breathwork and meditation sessions that help members feel balanced and mentally restored.
My background in group exercise instruction includes teaching mixed-ability classes across Yoga and Pilates formats, consistently maintaining strong class attendance and positive member feedback. I am adept at adapting sessions for varied fitness levels and creating an inclusive, welcoming studio atmosphere that encourages members to return week after week.
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Interview questions
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Technical
- ›Walk us through how you structure a 45-minute Pilates Mat class for a mixed-ability group.
- ›How do you adapt a Yoga or Breathwork session for members with physical limitations or injuries?
- ›What does a safe and effective warm-up look like for a holistic group exercise class, and why?
- ›How do you incorporate mindfulness or meditation elements into a movement-based class like Pilates?
- ›What CPD have you completed recently to develop your holistic instruction skills, and how have you applied it?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a member achieve a specific health or wellness goal through your classes.
- ›Describe a situation where you had to manage a difficult or disengaged participant in a group class.
- ›Give an example of when you adapted your teaching style to meet the needs of a diverse group.
- ›Tell me about a time you received feedback on your class delivery — how did you respond and what changed?
- ›Describe how you have contributed to a positive and inclusive team culture in a previous fitness or wellness role.
STAR answer examples
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Tell me about a time you helped a member achieve a specific health or wellness goal through your classes.
Describe a situation where you had to manage a difficult or disengaged participant in a group class.