Apprentice Tennis Pro

Life Time Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and 0

401(k) retirement savings plan with 21

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave where required by law

Job summary

Life Time Inc. in New York seeks an enthusiastic tennis pro to teach private and group lessons, growing a personal book of business while delivering Life Time’s Play Learn Love and SMART Junior methodologies. Apply student-centered teaching and build strong member relationships to drive referrals and revenue.

CPR/AED certification required; high school diploma, bachelor’s preferred. Join a team that emphasizes safety, quality instruction, and member experience as part of a broader sports and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and AED certification within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent customer service and communication.
• Strong tennis knowledge and effective teaching styles.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students to improve techniques, tactics and strategies.
• Develop safe, professional tennis lessons and programs.
• Create exceptional member experiences through programs, events and marketing support.
• Participate in system-wide sales efforts with Membership Advisors and attend meetings.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Customer service

Communication

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Position Summary

Learn various aspects of the tennis pro role without being USPTA or PTR certified, with the intention of growing professionally and eventually earning certification. Teach private and group tennis lessons and successfully implement Life Time’s Play Learn Love, and SMART (Juniors) methodology. Embrace and execute student centered learning and rally based teaching. Grow your book and revenue to meet and exceed personal and department financial goals. Demonstrate member centric customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors, demonstrates, and instructs students during tennis lessons on proper techniques, tactics and strategies to improve their overall tennis game
• Develops safe, professional, and comprehensive tennis lessons and programs to ensure students develop along a pathway that will encourage continued involvement and a positive Net Promoter Score
• Creates exceptional member experiences by involving members with programs, tournaments and special events, fully utilizing available marketing support and tools, and ensures all tennis facilities and equipment are clean, organized and in good working condition
• Participates in the system wide sales effort with Membership Advisors and Member Activities, ensuring tennis is an integral component of the Life Time brand. Attends department and all club meetings

Position Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• CPR and AED Certified within 30 days of hire
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly, outgoing, and positive attitude
• Thorough knowledge of the game of tennis and possesses effective teaching styles and techniques
• Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills
• Comfortable working with all age groups and building positive relationships with members and team members
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership

• Discounts on Life Time products and services

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

• Training and professional development

• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• Short term and long term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

• Parental leave and adoption assistance

• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.