Join Our Team

About The Pearl:

Welcome to The Pearl, a multi-modality movement studio on City Island and in Mott Haven! We're on a mission to create vibrant and inclusive spaces where people of all ages and fitness levels can come together to move, connect, and thrive.  The Pearl aims to be a community-driven haven that values exceptional classes, diversity, and environmental sustainability.

Front Desk / Client Services:

We’re looking for someone who genuinely loves people. At The Pearl, the front desk isn’t just a check-in point - it’s the heartbeat of the studio. You’re the first hello, the last goodbye, and lots in between. This role is a mix of hospitality, organization, and light sales. You’ll help our clients feel comfortable and taken care of, while also helping the studio run smoothly behind the scenes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Greeting clients and creating a warm, welcoming environment

• Checking clients in and helping with bookings, memberships, and questions

• Answering phones, emails, and messages in a timely, thoughtful way

• Keeping the studio clean, organized, and running on time

• Supporting class flow (helping things start smoothly, resetting between classes)

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is friendly, grounded, and good with all kinds of people

• Is organized and able to juggle multiple things at once

• Communicates clearly and professionally (in person and over text/email)

• Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done without being asked

• Is comfortable talking about pricing, memberships, and making recommendations

• Can stay calm and solution-oriented when things get busy

• Has weekend and evening availability

Bonus (but not required):

• Interest in Pilates, yoga, dance, or wellness

• Experience in hospitality, retail, or client-facing roles

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Perks:

$17/hour starting rate, with opportunities for growth and increased responsibility, with commission for new member sign-ups

• 401K program

• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team in a unique, community-focused environment

• Free access to audit studio classes

• 30% discount on products sold in studio

If you’re someone who loves creating a welcoming space, pays attention to the little details, and wants to be part of a growing community in The Bronx, we’d love to meet you. To apply, please send your resume, and a cover letter detailing your customer service philosophy and hours of availability to hello@pearlmovement.com. We look forward to creating The Pearl family together!

Teacher Qualifications:

• Kindness, positivity and self-confidence

• Experience in teaching group fitness classes, especially in a community-oriented setting

• Enthusiasm for creating an inclusive and non-threatening atmosphere

• Desire to build a successful business in an entrepreneurial environment

• Focus on customer service, including professional and effective communication skills

• Experience with studio management software and/or the ability to learn new systems

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

• Ability to effectively demonstrate all movements performed in classes

• Must be well-versed in exercise modifications for all populations

• Must have a legal right to work in the United States

• Ability to teach a minimum of 4 hours a week

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required: Valid certification in your respective field

• Required: CPR Certification

• Specialized certifications for children's classes, pre-natal, post-natal, meditation, or other relevant specialties are a plus

• Group Fitness Certification a plus

Duties & Responsibilities:

Overall responsibilities will be to provide outstanding fitness classes, hospitality & service to our members and be able to make connections and teach with expertise & compassion.

• Conduct small (6 - 12 student) group or private fitness classes in your respective modality

• Develop and deliver safe, effective, and engaging workouts for participants

• Provide modifications and adjustments to accommodate various fitness levels

• Foster a sense of community within your classes, ensuring a welcoming environment for all

• Maintain positive and open communication with participants

• Arrive prior to class start time to prepare and set up the studio space, meet, greet, and acclimate new clients, tidy up studio after class

• Assist with building studio revenue by promoting retail and membership sales and services

• Maintain a clean and orderly workout environment

• Attend team meetings and training sessions as required

Perks:

These positions pay a competitive base class rate, an additional per-head rate, and offer commission for new member sign-ups.

• Competitive class pay

• 401K program

• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team in a unique, community-focused environment

• Free access to audit studio classes

• 30% discount on products sold in studio

If you're passionate about fostering wellness, building community, and spreading the joy of movement, we want you on our team! Join The Pearl and be part of a movement that goes beyond the physical – it's about well-being, connection, and creating positive change. To apply, please send your resume, certifications, and a cover letter detailing your fitness philosophy and hours of availability to hello@pearlmovement.com. We look forward to creating The Pearl family together!

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Applicants looking to work with children will be subject to a background check.  Thank you!