Fitness Manager - Kitchener Fairway Plaza

GoodLife Fitness; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free fitness membership

Career advancement

Training and development

Job summary

GoodLife Fitness is seeking a Fitness Manager to lead and develop a dynamic team of Personal Trainers, driving client growth and serviced hours across the club. You will coach staff, monitor performance and ensure service standards and profitability within the Personal Training department.

The role requires a current national PT certification, a track record of leadership in health and fitness, and a commitment to an inclusive, high-energy club culture with opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Must have current, nationally recognized Personal Training certification
• Minimum 1 year in Assistant Fitness Manager role, 2 years personal training experience or other related experience
• Proven success in leading, training and motivating diverse teams to achieve performance goals
• Success in achieving individual and team service and sales goals

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, selecting, onboarding and developing a successful team of Personal Trainers
• Leading your Personal Training Team through coaching and development to achieve Club KPIs
• Managing the Personal Training experience by ensuring all Personal Training sessions are serviced according to GoodLife standards
• Managing Personal Training administration
• Working closely with all departments in the club to enhance overall club culture

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Relationship building

Communication skills

Sales goals

Education

Current personal training certification

Job description

FITNESS MANAGER

Who is a Fitness Manager? The Fitness Manager is responsible for developing their direct reports and growing the number of personal trainers, net Client gain, and serviced hours at their Club. The Fitness Manager must ensure a high standard of professionalism, results-based programming, and profitability in the Personal Training department. The Fitness Manager is an integral part of successful Club Operations and must strive to create an engaging and motivating environment that attracts and retains both Associates and Clients.

What will you be doing?

• Recruiting, selecting, onboarding and developing a successful team of Personal Trainers
• Leading your Personal Training Team through coaching and development to achieve Club Key Performance Indicators
• Managing the Personal Training experience by ensuring all Personal Training sessions are serviced according to GoodLife standards
• Managing Personal Training administration
• Working closely with all departments in the club to enhance overall club culture

Do you have what it takes?

• Must have current, nationally recognized Personal Training certification
• Minimum 1 year in Assistant Fitness Manager role, 2 years personal training experience or other related experience in the health and fitness industry
• Proven success in leading, training and motivating diverse teams to achieve performance goals
• Success in achieving individual and team service and sales goals
• Skilled in customer service, building great relationships and influencing others
• Passion for helping others, and a commitment to personal health and fitness
• Committed to contributing to a culture that celebrates diversity, equity & inclusion and values giving back to communities
• Ability to consistently live our Core Values of Caring, Happiness, Integrity, Peak Attitude, Passion, Personal Fitness and Trust

What’s in it for you?

• Ongoing training and development to ensure a long and successful career path
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive Total Rewards Package
• FREE Fitness membership
• Fun and energetic atmosphere to come to every day!
• Compensation: It is expected that the selected candidate will start at a base salary of $53,000. This position is eligible for bonuses and commissions in addition to the base salary. The annual range of expected compensation for the position is $53,000 - $95,000 determined by performance, time in the position and variable compensation earned.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and members feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a manner that respects their dignity and that is equitable. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

A career that will inspire you to bring out your best. Develop an impactful and rewarding career at GoodLife by bringing your passion for fitness coupled with your desire to make a difference in people’s lives! A career where you also have growth potential, competitive pay and a flexible work schedule. We are pleased to invite you to join us as we proudly continue toward our purpose to give everyone in Canada the opportunity to live a fit and healthy good life. With over 100 locations, Fit4Less is continuing to grow across Canada and we’re looking for talented and passionate individuals to take us to the next level. Join a team that’s dedicated to providing affordable fitness to all those living in Canada. Work with a team of movers and shakers that promote a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. Motivate others and surround yourself with people who will push you to be your best every day.

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