Director of Pilates Education & Programming

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 10% annual bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Company: BODYBAR Franchising
Location: Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid: 3 days in-office / 2 days remote)
Travel: Up to 50% nationwide
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer 

BODYBAR is one of the fastest-growing boutique Pilates franchise brands in the country, and we're looking for an experienced leader to shape the future of our education and programming strategy.

As the Director of Pilates Education & Programming , you will serve as the steward of the BODYBAR Method , ensuring our programming, instructor education, certification standards, and quality assurance systems evolve alongside our rapidly expanding franchise network. This role is responsible for building scalable education systems that preserve instructional excellence while supporting continued brand growth.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead the Fitness Department and partner closely with Operations, Marketing, Franchise Development, and Learning & Development to deliver a consistent, high-quality member experience across every BODYBAR studio.

This is a unique opportunity for a strategic leader who combines deep Pilates expertise with experience developing instructors, building education programs, and leading high-performing teams.

What You'll Do
Lead the Fitness Department

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for the Fitness Department in alignment with BODYBAR's business objectives and long-term growth strategy.
• Build, mentor, and develop a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing Fitness team.
• Establish departmental priorities, workflows, decision-making processes, and performance expectations that support consistency, accountability, and scalability across the franchise system.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the department.

Serve as the Steward of the BODYBAR Method

• Own and continuously evolve the BODYBAR Method, ensuring its philosophy, programming principles, instructional standards, and member experience remain innovative, effective, and aligned with the BODYBAR brand.
• Balance innovation with consistency by thoughtfully evaluating fitness trends, Pilates methodologies, technologies, and equipment advancements while preserving the integrity of the BODYBAR Method.
• Establish the long-term vision and roadmap for the continued evolution of BODYBAR's programming and instructional standards.

Lead Programming Strategy & Content Development

• Oversee the development, refinement, governance, and version control of BODYBAR's proprietary workout programming, class design standards, exercise library, and programming resources.
• Own the roadmap for programming releases, methodology enhancements, testing, documentation, communication, and system-wide implementation.
• Ensure programming remains scalable, adaptable, and aligned with member needs, instructor capabilities, and the company's strategic objectives.

Lead Instructor Education, Certification & Quality Assurance

• Design and oversee BODYBAR's instructor education strategy, including initial certification, continuing education, recertification, instructor development, and ongoing learning pathways.
• Own the continuous improvement of BODYBAR's education operating model, ensuring certification, continuing education, programming updates, and instructional quality work together as one integrated system.
• Design education and quality assurance processes that intentionally separate instructor development, certification, and independent quality verification to ensure BODYBAR standards are consistently taught, assessed, calibrated, and maintained throughout the franchise network.
• Review certification outcomes, instructor assessments, evaluation trends, and field feedback to continuously strengthen education programs, instructional consistency, and franchise support.

Drive Quality Across the Franchise Network

• Develop and lead a comprehensive quality assurance framework that promotes a consistent member experience and reinforces adherence to BODYBAR standards across all studios.
• Partner with franchisees to support exceptional fitness execution while reinforcing operational expectations and brand standards.
• Serve as the Fitness subject matter expert for new studio readiness, studio openings, and system-wide programming initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Marketing, Franchise Development, and Learning & Development to ensure education, programming, and readiness initiatives support broader organizational priorities.

Lead Business Performance & Strategic Partnerships

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to programming effectiveness, instructor performance, certification outcomes, instructional quality, and member experience.
• Analyze system-wide performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and strategic recommendations that improve quality, consistency, and business performance.
• Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation across programming, education, travel, and vendor partnerships.
• Build and manage relationships with fitness technology and equipment partners, identifying opportunities that enhance the BODYBAR Method and support franchise success.

Represent the BODYBAR Brand

• Represent BODYBAR at industry conferences, educational events, and public appearances, helping position the company as a leader in boutique Pilates education and programming.
• Serve as an ambassador for BODYBAR's culture, values, and commitment to wellness, inclusivity, and exceptional member experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Education, Business, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Comprehensive Pilates instructor certification from a nationally recognized provider (such as Balanced Body, Merrithew/STOTT, BASI, Polestar, Peak Pilates, or equivalent) required. National Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) certification preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in Pilates education, fitness programming, curriculum development, or fitness operations.
• 3-5+ years leading teams within a boutique fitness, Pilates, wellness, or franchise organization.
• Demonstrated success developing instructor education programs, certification standards, curriculum, continuing education, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Experience building scalable education systems and using performance metrics to improve instructional quality and business outcomes.

What Will Make You Successful

• Deep expertise in Pilates instruction, programming, education, and studio operations.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate vision into scalable systems and operational execution.
• Passion for developing instructors and preserving instructional excellence while driving innovation.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and KPIs to drive informed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative leadership style with experience partnering across multiple departments and supporting franchisees in a growing organization.
• Adaptability, sound judgment, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Why BODYBAR?
At BODYBAR, you'll have the opportunity to influence the future of one of the fastest-growing boutique Pilates franchise brands in the country. You'll shape the evolution of the BODYBAR Method, develop the next generation of instructors, and help create exceptional experiences for franchisees, instructors, and members across our expanding national network.

If you're passionate about Pilates, education, leadership, and building systems that scale, we'd love to hear from you.

BODYBAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workplace.