Fitness Manager

Fitness First; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and fitness organization in the UK is looking for a passionate Fitness Manager to lead the fitness experience in their club. You will manage personal trainers and group exercise instructors, ensuring high-quality member interactions and operational standards. The role offers competitive bonuses, professional development opportunities, and complimentary gym membership. Join a dynamic team committed to inspiring health and fitness in their community.

Benefits

Competitive bonus structure

Comprehensive benefits portal

Complimentary gym membership

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in team recruitment and development.
• Strong communication and member engagement skills.
• Ability to manage fitness operations and ensure safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop personal trainers and group exercise instructors.
• Ensure high-quality interactions on the fitness floor.
• Own the member onboarding journey and ensure engagement.
• Manage group exercise schedules and classes.
• Maintain operational excellence and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Fitness Coaching

Member Engagement

Operational Management

Job description

If you are a passionate leader with a commitment to excellence and a drive to foster a vibrant community, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a transformative impact on the lives of our members!

About Us:

At Fitness First, we are passionate about health and fitness and its transformative effect on our lives. We bring enthusiasm, energy, fun, and dedication to everything we do, inspiring others to discover their own passion for health and fitness. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Fitness Manager to lead our fitness experience and ensure every member has an exceptional journey with us.

Job Purpose:

As the Fitness Manager, you will lead the fitness experience within the club, directly managing all freelance personal trainers and group exercise instructors. You will coach the fitness experience team to provide an amazing experience for members, oversee member onboarding, optimize group exercise scheduling to satisfy member demand, and deliver a high‑energy club vibe with meaningful interactions for every member, every time. Additionally, as a Duty Manager, you will be responsible for operational standards, health & safety, and the commercial performance of the club in the absence of the General Manager and other Heads of Departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Recruitment and Development: Recruit, onboard, train, develop, and support Personal Trainers and Group Exercise instructors. Deliver structured 1:1 weekly development reviews with all hybrid Personal Trainers. Educate the team on all products within the FFX App.
• Fitness Floor Visibility and Interaction: Ensure the fitness team is visible on the gym floor, delivering high-quality interactions to increase member usage.
• Member Onboarding and Journey: Own the new member journey by ensuring great availability for onboarding sessions. Lead the activation and execution of signature products specific to your club. Be an ambassador for Fitness First classes and signature products.
• Group Exercise Management: Ensure a minimum of 15 signature classes are delivered per week by you and your team, and personally deliver a minimum of 5 group exercise classes per week. Recruit and retain the finest group exercise freelancers to deliver best-in-class licensed and freestyle group exercise classes. Communicate acquisition and interaction opportunities with your wider fitness team.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure immaculate training spaces with clean, safe, sharp, and functional gym and studio areas. Be a role model for all club staff, leading by example in operational excellence. Keep your team updated with the latest trends and developments in the fitness industry, company product knowledge, and initiatives.
• Duty Management: Ensure a great welcome and experience for every member at every opportunity. Provide an excellent joiner experience and tour every time to every guest. Steer members to GX classes and book 1‑1 sessions. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, staff dress, and name badges in the club. Lead on the safety of the club, ensuring compliance with all regulations. Ensure all staff are clear on their responsibilities and tasks per shift. Deliver duty management with 100% consistency, including member area proficiency and staff conduct.

What's in it for you:

• Bonus Scheme: Competitive bonus structure based on club performance and individual KPIs.
• Benefit Portal: Access to a comprehensive benefits portal offering significant discounts on various products and services.
• Health and Wellness: Complimentary gym membership for you and discount for family member.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.