PLUM: Instructor Pathway

Instructor Pathway

YOUR JOURNEY TO TEACHING AT PLUM

Our Instructor Pathway ensures every instructor delivers the exceptional PLUM experience our clients know and love. This structured process helps you build confidence, refine your skills and connect deeply with our teaching philosophy.

THE JOURNEY OVERVIEW

1. APPLY

Submit your application

2. AUDITION

Practical audition in‑studio

3. STUDIO IMMERSION

Complete the 6 session pathway

4. APPROVED TO TEACH

You're ready to join the timetable!

5. ONGOING DEVELOPMENT

Mystery clients & continued growth

We invest in our instructors because you are the heart of PLUM. This pathway is designed to support you, challenge you and set you up for long‑term success.

STAGE 1: AUDITION

The audition assesses:

Teaching presence
Communication & cueing
Professionalism
Ability to connect with clients
Alignment with the PLUM brand

OUTCOME

Successful: You'll be invited to begin the Instructor Pathway.

Unsuccessful: You'll receive feedback and may be invited to re‑audition in the future.

STAGE 2: STUDIO IMMERSION

Once all six sessions are complete, the Studio Manager reviews:

Observation notes
Co‑teach feedback (x2)
Engagement throughout the pathway
Alignment with PLUM teaching standards

Once you've observed, co‑taught and participated with confidence, you're ready to join the timetable.

ONGOING DEVELOPMENT

Our commitment doesn't stop once you join the timetable.

Mystery client reviews
Monthly feedback
Training & workshops
Continued coaching
Annual progression review

We're in this together. We grow, learn and refine, always.

STAGE 2: STUDIO IMMERSION, 6 SESSION PATHWAY

OBSERVATION 1

Focus: Verbal Cueing

Observe a class without participating.

Pay close attention to:

How exercises are introduced
The language used
Sequencing of cues
Balance of demo and verbal instruction
Instructor energy and pacing

OBSERVATION 2

Focus: Hands‑On Teaching

Observe a second class without participating.

Pay close attention to:

Use of hands‑on corrections
Consent and professionalism
Individualised coaching
Positioning around the room
Connection with clients

PARTICIPATORY

Class Type: Primer

You participate fully in the class to experience the client journey and understand how foundational movement is taught at PLUM.

PARTICIPATORY & CO‑TEACH

Class Type: Perfect

You co‑teach sections of the class under the guidance of the lead instructor.

After class, the lead instructor completes a feedback form covering:

Confidence
Cueing
Class presence
Client interaction
PLUM pillars
Areas for development

PARTICIPATORY & CO‑TEACH

Class Type: Perfect

You co‑teach a second Perfect class.

After class, the lead instructor completes a second feedback form.

The expectation is that feedback from Session 4 has been implemented and visible.

PARTICIPATORY

Class Type: Power

You participate fully in a Power class to experience PLUM's highest‑energy offering.

Understand how challenge, pacing and coaching differ from other formats.

PLUM Teaching Standards

OUR PILLARS

Remember clients' names
Provide individualised feedback
Deliver confident, consensual hands‑on corrections

CORE EXPECTATIONS

Clear and concise cueing
Effective spring changes
Strong class flow
Professionalism
Warmth and approachability
Consistent client experience

"You don't need to be perfect to start. You just need to be passionate, coachable and client‑focused. We'll support you every step of the way."