Megaformer Studio Instructor

About Midtown

Midtown exists to inspire people to become their best selves through the power of movement, connection, and belonging. Founded in 1970, Midtown has grown from one tennis club in Chicago to owning and operating eight luxury athletic clubs across the United States and Canada.

The Opportunity & Your Impact

FORGE is Midtown’s Megaformer-style strength studio, offering a high-intensity, low-impact workout experience. Classes are performed on the XFormer using spring-based resistance, controlled movement, and sustained muscular tension to build total-body strength and endurance.

As a FORGE Instructor, you will bring your authentic coaching style, energy, and expertise to every class while driving participation, and creating an experience that motivates members to return consistently.

Job Overview

• On site at a Midtown Athletic Club location.
• Hourly, individual contributor role.
• Delivers FORGE classes using the XFormer and designated equipment.
• Works within Midtown’s boutique studio model and programming point of view.

How You’ll Contribute

• Deliver exceptional experiences: Lead safe, engaging, and expertly coached classes that combine purposeful programming and meaningful member connection.
• Build community and participation: Develop member relationships, deliver personal attention, and create an inclusive environment that encourages consistent attendance.
• Bring FORGE programming to life: Execute each class with consistency and integrity while using your authentic coaching style to create an experience that feels dynamic and motivating.
• Drive participation and engagement: Build a recognizable presence within the club, encourage consistent attendance, and contribute to the continued growth of Midtown’s studio programs.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• At least one nationally accredited strength training or Personal Training certification, Reformer or apparatus-based training, or previous Megaformer studio or Lagree method training.
• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and engage groups of varying fitness levels.
• Confidence performing in front of groups, with energy and presence.
• Passion for movement, coaching, and creating meaningful experiences.
• Ability to adapt coaching style to meet individual member needs.
• Commitment to ongoing education and development.
• Alignment with Midtown’s core values: Win together, Glass half-full, Passionate about helping others, Better than yesterday, and Kind.

How You’ll Know You’re Successful

• Members consistently attend your classes and demonstrate strong engagement.
• Classes deliver a safe, polished, and consistently on-brand FORGE experience.
• Members provide positive feedback on coaching, energy, and connection.
• You build a recognizable presence and engaged FORGE community within the club.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range: $45 - $55 per class.

The final offered rate will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.

Some of the benefits offered to eligible team members include:

• Complimentary individual Midtown club membership
• Associate discounts, recognition programs, and professional development support
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance where applicable
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• And more

Please refer to our benefits overview for full details:

Interview Process Transparency

Within two weeks, the Hiring Manager will review your application. If your experience doesn't align with the needs of the role at this time, we will let you know. If we'd like to move you to the next step of the process, we'll reach out to schedule the first interview.

You'll receive an update on your application within 48 hours of each interview. Please note that, depending on the specifics of the role, it may take up to a week to finalize offer decisions.

Midtown Athletic Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and to making employment decisions based on skills, experience, and business needs.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.

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.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.