Studio Manager - Reformer Pilates

About the role

A London Reformer Pilates brand is looking for an experienced Studio Manager to lead a collection of premium studios in Balham, taking ownership of the team, timetable and day-to-day operation. It is a hands-on people leadership role with no financial reporting, focused on the team, member experience and community. The start date is mid-November.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the supervisors and instructor team, setting clear expectations, standards and accountability
• Own the rota and timetable, covering early, mid, late and weekend shifts, and manage instructor cover and holiday requests
• Mentor instructors, observe classes and work with master trainers on concept-specific training and class standards
• Run the studio day-to-day, including presentation, cleanliness, equipment, maintenance, suppliers, health and safety and operational compliance
• Build local partnerships with cafés and independent businesses, plan events and pop-ups, and grow awareness and bookings in Balham

Required profile

• Experience managing a Pilates, reformer, boutique fitness or wellness studio, leading supervisors and instructors
• Confident people leader who builds a strong team culture
• Experienced building rotas and timetables, ideally across more than one studio or concept
• Community-minded and creative, with ideas for local partnerships and events
• Flexible to work early, late and weekend shifts, with mid shifts as the core pattern

Required skills

• Understanding of reformer teaching and ability to give constructive feedback
• Experience with booking platforms such as Mindbody, Momence or MarianaTek is desirable
• Pilates or reformer qualification is a plus but not essential

What we offer

• Salary of £40-£45k depending on experience
• Full-time, 40 hours per week with flexibility for morning, evening and weekend work