Yoga Instructor
Washington D.C. Bouldering Project, LLC
Washington, DC, USA
6/14/2022
Recreation
Full Time
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Yoga Instructors at Bouldering Project lead intentional, inclusive, and inspiring classes that support the mind-body connection through breath and movement. Instructors are responsible for developing thoughtful sequences that align with BP’s yoga class formats, while cultivating a positive and welcoming studio environment for all participants. This role requires professionalism, safety awareness, and a community-focused attitude.
Job duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Design and teach creative, well-sequenced classes that align with BP’s offerings (e.g., Hot Power Flow, Power Flow, Flow, Restore, Align)
- Clearly cue safe and dynamic asana postures, breath, and transitions, offering modifications for a variety of levels
- Welcome all participants, including new students, and foster a community-centered class environment
- Offer hands-on assists when appropriate and only with consent
- Maintain professionalism by arriving early, starting and ending class on time, and upholding studio standards
- Maintain studio cleanliness and proper care of yoga props and equipment
- Coordinate sub coverage when unable to teach and support fellow instructors by subbing as needed
- Respond to emergencies according to safety protocols and report incidents appropriately
- Participate in staff meetings and continuing education sessions
- Accurately check students into class and maintain class headcounts
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- YT 200 (Yoga Alliance) or equivalent training and experience
- Current CPR/AED certification and basic first aid training
- Minimum 1+ year experience teaching yoga classes
- Strong communication and class management skills
- Ability to serve a wide range of fitness levels and abilities
- Strong communication skills