Washington D.C. Yoga Instructor

About Puppy Sphere:

Welcome to Puppy Sphere, we are a high-growth startup redefining the wellness category through puppy therapy! We’re on a mission to bring people together in welcoming spaces where the gentle power of puppies helps them slow down, boost their mood, and return again and again.

As North America’s original puppy yoga company, we’ve built a community of over 400,000 people, making puppy therapy part of their everyday wellbeing ritual. We’ve partnered with global brands including the NBA, TikTok, and Google to bring the gentle power of puppies to even more workplaces, events, and communities!

Job Description:

This is a part-time, on-site role located in Washington D.C.; for the position of Yoga Instructor at Puppy Sphere. We are looking for yoga instructors that are passionate about yoga, love puppies, and have a warm, bubbly personality.

You will lead all levels-friendly yoga classes while ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for both attendees and puppies! As Yoga Instructor, you will be responsible for up to 4 yoga classes, of either 35 or 45 minutes each, throughout one day.
 

This is a contract, on-site role in Washington D.C. and weekday availability is a necessity. Weekend availability is a plus. 

• Our 45 minute sessions are $45/session  
• Our 35 minute sessions are $35/session 
   

Yoga Instructor Responsibilities:

• Lead and instruct beginner (all levels) yoga flow classes with an emphasis on relaxation and enjoyment.
• Be mindful and patient that puppies will be present during practice and attendees will have divided attention to the yoga practice and puppies.
• Create a welcoming and positive atmosphere for all attendees.
• Provide modifications and adjustments to accommodate different skill levels.
• Collaborate with the Puppy Sphere team members to maintain a clean and organized space.

Yoga Instructor Requirements:

• Candidate must be available on weekdays for scheduling (1 day per weekend).
• Additional weekend availability is a huge plus.
• Candidate must be available to teach up to x4 sessions per scheduled day.
• Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT 200 or equivalent).
• Must hold valid Professional Liability Insurance covering fitness instruction. 
• Experience teaching group yoga classes.
• Genuine love for animals, particularly puppies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to create a friendly, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Patience and adaptability to handle the playful nature of puppies during classes.

Perks:

🚀 Work with a fast-growing startup.
🦮 Experience the happiness of working around puppies. 
🔖 35% discount on individual puppy yoga classes. 
✨ Opportunity to work with celebrity clients and industry giants.

Puppy Sphere Values:

• We create happiness. 
• We care. 
• We adapt. 
• We show up. 
• We raise the bar. 

We’re so grateful for your interest in joining the team here at Puppy Sphere! Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to personally reach out to everyone, but please know we truly appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken to apply 🤍