Barre Instructors, New York City

New York, NY, us on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted December 31, 2025 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

OUR STORY:

Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, SoulCycle and Equinox Hotels are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations within every major city across the United States in addition to London, Toronto, and Vancouver. 

 

OUR CODE:

We are passionate about high performance living and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential within them and it takes a disruptive approach to unleash it. We dream big and don’t settle for the status quo. We sweat the details. We never accept less than 110% to help each other deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results.  We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, what’s next. Never following, always leading, and living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value humility and a team approach at every level of the company.

 

If you are a high performing individual who is passionate about winning and inspiring others then we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you.

Equinox's locations in New York City are currently seeking Barre Instructors. The position entails the following responsibilities. 

This is not a complete description, and certain responsibilities may additionally be presented along the course of employment: 

  • Deliver the Equinox Experience to our members in each class; 
  • Adhere to the description of the class and modify the intensity for participants when necessary; 
  • Continuously monitor the exercise intensity throughout the duration of the class; 
  • Ensure class begins and ends on time; 
  • Teach respective classes on a regular basis and keep subbing to a minimum; 
  • Teach a minimum of 2-5 regularly scheduled classes and keep subbing to a minimum, with availability in two day parts: early morning, evening and/or weekends;
  • Communicate with Group Fitness Manager on member feedback, equipment and operational status, scheduling, and subbing; 

The successful candidate should have the following experience and qualifications: 

  • Barre instructors must possess a current certification in their discipline;  
  • Have experience teaching; 
  • Must possess and maintain current CPR/AED certification; 
  • Must be well-versed in basic anatomy, kinesiology, contraindicated exercises, exercise modifications for all populations; 
  • Must be eager to learn and continue professional development and education; 
  • Must be friendly, vibrant, and outgoing

Essential Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to run, jump, walk, bend, balance, and perform upper and lower body weight bearing movements.
  • Ability to effectively demonstrate all movements

Pay Transparency: $60-$80 per class; $17/hr (For non-class work)

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

  • We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
  • Complimentary Club membership
  • Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States. 

About this role

Summary

Teach barre classes, ensure member engagement, adhere to schedule, promote wellness.

Job title

Barre Instructor

Experience level

current certification

Industry

fitness

Location requirements

On-site in New York City; remote not mentioned.

Salary

$60-$80 per class; $17/hr (For non-class work)

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

current certificationCPR/AEDanatomykinesiologyexercise modifications

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

barrefitnessgroup classes
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

On-site City