Aspiring Ride Instructor

About Us

Sweat, recover, connect: Sweat and Tonic (S&T) brings the best of boutique fitness and wellness under one roof. S&T is Toronto's leading boutique fitness and wellness hub, offering the widest collection of group fitness classes in Canada. From complimentary full-service amenities and an unparalleled range of yoga, Pilates, HIIT, indoor cycling and Lagree Megaformer classes powered by top-of-the-line fitness equipment, custom-programmed lighting, immersive projection screens and state-of-the-art sound systems, to premium spa, recovery and high-tech biohacking amenities - every aspect of S&T has been designed to deliver a best-in-class experience with a hospitality approach. With premium spa facilities, café, and bar offerings, members can recharge, recover, and reignite. Tonic House, the multi-functional lounge, workspace and event venue, inspires collaboration and innovation. Since opening in 2019, S&T has innovated and expanded state-of-the-art classes across multiple channels: In-studio, Sweat in the Park, Sweat Live, Sweat on Demand, and Sweat on the Roof – a one-of-a-kind, outdoor rooftop fitness studio in the heart of downtown Toronto.

In spring 2023, S&T opened its first international sister location, Silver Springs, a boutique yoga and Pilates oasis in the heart of Los Angeles, and opened its second location in Toronto at The Well in December 2023. S&T expanded the brand in June 2025 with a new concept studio, REFORMD - the world’s largest-capacity Lagree studio, and will be bringing a fourth location in Toronto’s prestigious Yorkville neighbourhood in early 2026. S&T was the recipient of the 2023 Mariana Tek Lasting Community Award, 2023 ClassPass Best Studio Award, and 2024 Mariana Tek Full House Award, recognizing the commitment to innovation and excellence.

We're expanding our Ride Instructor team across our current studios and preparing to launch our next flagship location at Yonge & Yorkville in early 2026. This is a unique chance for aspiring Ride Instructors to receive the training, opportunity and mentorship to develop the skills and experience needed to perform at the highest level and become a part of a passionate, dynamic team that is here to disrupt the fitness industry.

About the opportunity

Aspiring instructors will begin with our four-week Beat Ride Development Workshop Series led by our Lead Instructor for Ride and supported with mentorship from members of our Ride team. Sessions run Fridays from 1–3pm at our Yonge/Shuter or Front/Spadina locations on October 17, 24, 31, and November 7, 2025. In addition to attending all workshops, participants must attend 2 classes per week and submit guided feedback assignments to support their learning. Commitment to completing all workshops and class feedback assignments is mandatory requirements of the program. 

Candidates will then be selected to move forward into a second phase of development, where they’ll receive studio time to practice, opportunities to teach classes with an audience and ongoing mentorship and feedback.

Final auditions will be offered to those who demonstrate steady growth, openness to feedback and excel in the core elements of our program: technical proficiency, engaging, authentic presence, and genuine connection with guests.

A $100 deposit is required to confirm a place in the program and will be fully refunded only upon completion of the four workshops and class feedback assignments.

About the role

Our Ride team is looking for aspiring instructors with the raw materials, passion, and drive to grow into industry-leading instructors who deliver the best of rhythm rides in an experience like no other. Our unparalleled indoor cycling experience will have riders racing past their goals while getting lost in the beat.

Primary job responsibilities:

• Deliver world-class fitness experiences that emphasize entertainment, experience, and community-building
• Develop class programming, playlists, and signature elements that allow your own unique approach and practice to shine while working within the framework of the S&T brand and standards of excellence
• Motivate, inspire and build relationships with guests as well as fellow team members
• Promote, design, and theme classes to maximize attendance and experience
• Live the brand values of leading by example, being relentless in finding a way, and demonstrating that we are stronger together
• Participate in promotional events, photo/video shoots, and brand initiatives
• Act as a Sweat & Tonic ambassador, both in and out of class

About you:

• You have a passion for fitness, wellness, and inspiring others through movement
• You have strong musicality - you can hear the beat, move with it and help others do the same
• You bring a performance mindset, with experience in dance, theatre, sports, or other performance-based disciplines
• You have taught or instructed groups in the past and thrive on connecting with a room
• You bring energy, drive and the commitment to grow into an industry leading instructor

Requirements & expectations:

• Availability for a minimum of 4 weekly classes
• Availability that includes either: early mornings, evenings, or weekend afternoons
• Substituting classes when needed
• Flexibility to teach at all our Toronto locations
• Participation in studio events, shoots, and promotional opportunities
• Ongoing team development workshops and communication

Qualifications:

• CPR/AED Certification
• Liability insurance for group fitness instructors

Compensation and benefits:

• $70-$145 per class (base rate + attendance bonus)
• Unlimited S&T membership for you and a loved one
• 50% off at Sweat and Tonic shop
• 20% off at Tonic bar
• 20% off same-day services at Tonic Spa
• Access to discounts at up to 5000 retailers across Canada
• Up to $2,500 in tuition reimbursement annually

Inclusion and equal opportunity employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.