Pilates Studio Manager | Abu Dhabi Job Opportunity

Fit Staff Recruitment Agency; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A fitness studio in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Pilates Studio Manager to manage daily operations and optimize performance. The role requires at least 2 years of experience in a similar position and strong organizational skills. The ideal candidate will be proactive and solutions-driven, with excellent people management skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to AED 15,000, employment visa, medical insurance, and 30 days paid annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Employment visa

30 days paid annual leave

Medical insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a boutique fitness or wellness studio.
• Strong English communication skills are required; Arabic is a bonus.
• Based in Abu Dhabi or elsewhere in the UAE (no relocation support).

Responsibilities

• Oversee studio operations including trainer management and scheduling.
• Monitor instructor performance and optimize class programming.
• Track KPIs and propose commercial initiatives.

Skills

People management

Operational management

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

English communication

Problem solving

Education

Basic university qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a well-established boutique fitness studio specializing in Pilates, Yoga, and Barre, operating for 5 years in Abu Dhabi. They are seeking an experienced Pilates Studio Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, optimize performance, and drive sustainable growth. This is a management-focused role—not a teaching position.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee studio operations including trainer management, scheduling, and pricing strategy
• Monitor instructor performance and optimize class programming to maximize attendance and revenue
• Ensure high brand and service standards are maintained at all times
• Manage maintenance, equipment, and supplier relationships
• Track KPIs, analyze revenue and client retention, and propose commercial initiatives
• Support sales and partnerships
• Work closely with ownership to achieve operational excellence and long-term profitability

Requirements

• Female candidates only (Ladies-only Studio)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a boutique fitness or wellness studio
• Commercially minded, highly organized, and confident in managing people and operations
• Proactive, solutions-driven, and calm under pressure
• Strong English communication (Arabic is a bonus)
• Based in Abu Dhabi or elsewhere in the UAE (no relocation support provided)
• Work experience prioritized; basic university qualification required for MOHRE compliance

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary up to AED 10,000 - 15,000 (approximately US$ 2,722 - 4,085) depending on qualifications and experience
• Employment visa
• Employee may be eligible for an economy-class return air ticket, subject to Company policy and approval
• 30 days paid annual leave
• Medical insurance
• Studio-provided uniform (shirts)
• All benefits as per MOHRE regulations

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Highly organized and commercially focused
• Excellent people management and operational skills
• Kind, team-oriented, proactive, and solutions-driven
• Motivated by driving growth and financial performance