Pilates Instructor

Welcome to UM SPORTS!
UM SPORTS is looking for a new Pilates Instructor to teach classes in for the Student Sport Association ONDA. Do you have experience teaching Pilates? Then we'd love to hear from you!

Pilates Instructor ONDA 

ONDA Maastricht is a student-led yoga and pilates association on campus. Their goal is to offer more than just classes, we are building a community where movement, connection, and balance come together. We aim to create an inclusive environment where students of all experience levels can improve their physical and mental wellbeing while connecting with others who share a passion for mindful movement.

Requirements

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and approachable Pilates Instructor who enjoys working with students. The ideal candidate has:

• Experience teaching Pilates classes.


• A recognised Pilates certification, such as BASI, STOTT Pilates, Polestar Pilates, or Balanced Body Education.


• The ability to teach in English.


• The ability to adapt classes to participants of different experience levels.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.


• Availability to teach 1 hour class per week on Sundays, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM (exact time to be agreed upon).

Practical Information

• Start date: September 2026 onwards


• Working hours: 1 hour class per week on Sundays, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM (exact time to be agreed upon).


• Discipline: Pilates


• Location: University Sports Centre (USC), Maastricht 
  
  
  

What We Offer

As a Pilates Instructor at the Student Services Centre, you will become part of the most international university in the Netherlands. We offer:

• A one-year contract for 0.04 Fte (1 hour per week).


• The position is classified in salary scale, 7 according to the Dutch UFO-profile for Sports Instructor (level 4). Depending on your experience, the gross monthly salary ranges from €3.057,- to €3.985,- based on a full-time appointment (38 hours per week). In addition, you will receive an 8.0% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.


• Excellent secondary employment benefits, including participation in the ABP pension scheme, access to company fitness programmes, and free use of the extensive sports facilities and activities offered to UM students.


• A creative position with a high degree of independence in a friendly and unique working environment.


• A free UM SPORTS membership.


• Plenty of opportunities for professional and personal development through a wide range of training courses and university-wide initiatives focused on recognition, appreciation, and career development.

The employment conditions of Maastricht University are largely governed by the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU), supplemented by local regulations specific to Maastricht University.

It is also possible to work on a freelance (self-employed/ZZP) basis.

Application process

As we are looking for someone to start in September 2026, we will schedule interviews before the vacancy deadline if the right candidate applies.

Are you enthusiastic to start as our new Pilates Instructor, apply via the application button!

About UM SPORTS

UM SPORTS is part of the Student Services Centre at Maastricht University (UM). The department organises sports programmes for students, staff, alumni, and external members of Maastricht University, as well as students from Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and other higher education institutions.

With approximately 65 different sports and activities, 34 student sports associations, exciting events, and affordable membership fees, UM SPORTS offers a healthy, enjoyable, and accessible sporting experience for everyone.

The international character of Maastricht University is strongly reflected within UM SPORTS, both among its members and staff. Activities are primarily offered bilingually (Dutch and English), ensuring accessibility for everyone.

The UM SPORTS team consists of more than 130 employees, including sports instructors, fitness instructors, front desk staff, and office personnel. Many employees are current or former Maastricht University students who share a passion for sports and physical activity.

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we work together to find answers that help move the world forward. Together with 23,300 students and 5,400 staff members, spread across five cities, six faculties, and more than 70 research institutes throughout the Euregio, we provide an environment where you can push boundaries, discover new opportunities, and make a meaningful impact—for yourself and for society.

This vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates. In the event of equal suitability, internal candidates will be given preference.

At Maastricht University, we recruit directly and therefore kindly request that recruitment agencies and intermediaries refrain from contacting us regarding this vacancy.

Maastricht University is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity among our staff and students enhances the quality of our education and research. Through inclusive policies and innovative initiatives developed together with students and employees, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome. We warmly encourage you to apply for this position.