Assistant Fitness Manager

Fitness World Canada; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earnings

Top performer bonus

Group benefits

Free membership

Career development

Job summary

Fitness World Canada is seeking an Assistant Fitness Manager in Burnaby, BC. You will report to the General Manager and Fitness Manager, leading a team of Personal Trainers and driving member satisfaction and retention while achieving financial targets.

The role emphasizes leadership, program development, and collaboration across departments. Competitive base pay with uncapped bonus potential and benefits are offered; club leadership culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Active Personal Trainer Certification and First Aid Certification required.
• Leadership/management experience in sales, retail or hospitality is preferred.
• Effective communication and public speaking skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fitness and personal training offerings and services.
• Lead and coach Personal Trainers; ensure performance and career development.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety, payroll, and member management.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet club revenue and member satisfaction goals.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the fitness area.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

PT Certification

First Aid Certification

Tools

dotFIT usage

Job description

Assistant Fitness ManagerThe Assistant Fitness Manager (AFM) reports the General Manager and Fitness Manager and oversees all fitness and personal training products and services offerings of a Fitness World location. The AFM builds and maintains an engaged and high performing fitness team of Personal Trainers, and ensures a best in class fitness experience for our members. The AFM is also responsible for the achievement of financial results, member retention and satisfaction; execution of company policies, procedures and programs; and exemplifying the company’s culture and values.

Burnaby, BC

Club Leadership

Full-time

Jan 13, 2026

Yearly: $45000 - $60000

Assistant Fitness ManagerThe Assistant Fitness Manager (AFM) reports the General Manager and Fitness Manager and oversees all fitness and personal training products and services offerings of a Fitness World location. The AFM builds and maintains an engaged and high performing fitness team of Personal Trainers, and ensures a best in class fitness experience for our members. The AFM is also responsible for the achievement of financial results, member retention and satisfaction; execution of company policies, procedures and programs; and exemplifying the company’s culture and values.

Responsibilities

People Management

• Ensure employees adhere to company policies, procedures and programs, including health and safety, member management, human resources, payroll, etc.
• Provide leadership to employees, including coaching, feedback, goal setting and performance management to support their long-term career and personal development.
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly check-ins, development and training with employees.

Fitness Management

• Achieve personal training and supplement goals through effective leadership and motivation of Personal Trainers.
• Implement personal training programs and promotions alongside the General Manager to achieve department goals, client acquisition and penetration of member base.
• Ensure Personal Trainers develop engaging and high-quality personal training programs for their clients that align with client goals.
• Ensure accurate administration of personal training products and services, measurement tracking, dotFIT usage and session redemption procedures.
• Immediately address cleanliness, health and safety concerns and incidents; and report incidents to the General Manager and Human Resources via the Accident & Incident Report Form.
• Foster strong relationships other departments and functional areas of the company, for example Accounting & Finance, HR & Payroll, IT, Marketing, Repairs & Maintenance, etc.
• Additional duties may be assigned

Education & Experience

• Active Personal Trainer Certification and First Aid Certification required
• Leadership and/or management experience in sales, retail or hospitality is preferred
• Effective communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Has an exceptional work ethic
• Motivated self-starter and team player
• Professional, punctual and organized

Our Values

• Passionate: We put our all into everything we do & empower each other to be our best selves every day.
• Inclusive: We welcome everyone to be part of our world & pride ourselves in being a community for all.
• Fun: We laugh, smile, & enthusiastically have a good time, all the time.
• Community: We work, sweat & give back together, creating connected communities inside & out

Our Perks

• Earnings potential that rewards you for your effort, including competitive base pay and bonus for club revenue (uncapped)
• Top performing Assistant Fitness Managers average $60k + total compensation annually
• Group benefits (dental, extended health & travel)
• Complimentary membership & discounted personal training for you and one other
• Develop a career path and highly transferable skills

Growth Opportunities

Fitness World is dedicated to growing our brand and the communities we serve. As a result, there are many growth opportunities for ambitious individuals. Joining Fitness World as an Assistant Fitness Manager provides you an immediate leadership opportunity and a pathway to advance your career, whatever you aspiration, including General Manager and District Manager. We’re committed to our talent’s personal and professional development and provide direct exposure to our district managers, directors and CEO.

Education & Experience

• Leadership and/or management experience in sales, retail or hospitality is preferred
• Personal Trainer Certification Required
• Effective communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Has an exceptional work ethic
• Motivated self-starter and team player
• Professional, punctual and organized

About Fitness World:

Fitness World Canada opened our doors in August 2020, establishing ourselves as a health, fitness and wellness community for everyone! Our high value low-cost health communities are making a difference for all fitness enthusiasts, no matter their goal. Fitness World has been a community trademark since 1959. While it’s changed hands over the years, we continue to provide best in class health and fitness facilities and services.

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