Assistant Gym Director

The Little Gym; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Little Gym of Eagan is seeking an energetic Assistant Gym Director to support daily operations, lead staff development, and deliver exceptional client experiences. You will design engaging fitness programs, coach robust group activities, and ensure safety protocols are followed while driving membership sales and engagement.

Join a vibrant team that champions whole-child development and wellness. This role offers growth opportunities in a dynamic fitness setting with a focus on leadership and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sports coaching or fitness industry roles with a focus on client motivation and program design.
• Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, nutrition, and body mechanics.
• Certified in first aid, CPR, AED, and manual handling techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to teach physical education or group fitness classes effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with a talent for building client rapport and delivering exceptional service.
• Prior experience in health club management or gym operations is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining high energy throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing daily gym operations, ensuring smooth facility management.
• Support staff training and development, including coaching on biomechanics, body mechanics, and program design.
• Lead by example in delivering motivational fitness coaching and personalized workout plans.
• Promote a positive environment by building rapport with clients through effective communication.
• Coordinate group fitness classes and ensure safety protocols (first aid, CPR, AED) are followed.
• Assist with fitness sales by promoting memberships and personal training services.
• Maintain safety standards with injury prevention strategies related to heavy lifting and biomechanics.

Skills

Coaching & motivation

Leadership

Staff training

Group fitness programming

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

First aid

CPR

AED

Manual handling

Job description

The Little Gym of Eagan is seeking dynamic and motivated Assistant Gym Director(s) to join our vibrant whole-child development and fitness community! In this energetic leadership role, you will support the Gym Director in managing daily operations, ensuring exceptional member experiences, and fostering a motivating environment for both staff and clients. Your expertise in fitness programming, client engagement, and industry best practices will drive our facility’s success. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence health and wellness initiatives while developing your leadership skills within a thriving fitness setting.

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Duties

• Assist in overseeing daily gym operations, ensuring smooth and efficient facility management
• Support staff training and development, including coaching on biomechanics, body mechanics, and program design
• Lead by example in delivering motivational fitness coaching and personalized workout plans tailored to individual client needs
• Promote a positive environment by building strong rapport with clients through effective communication and excellent customer service
• Coordinate group fitness classes, ensuring safety protocols such as first aid, CPR, AED operation, and manual handling procedures are followed
• Assist with fitness sales efforts by engaging potential clients and promoting membership packages and personal training services
• Maintain safety standards by implementing injury prevention strategies related to heavy lifting, biomechanics, and anatomy knowledge

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sports coaching, personal training, or fitness industry roles with a focus on client motivation and program design
• Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, nutrition, and body mechanics
• Certified in first aid, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), AED operation, and manual handling techniques
• Demonstrated ability to teach physical education or group fitness classes effectively
• Excellent communication skills with a talent for building client rapport and delivering exceptional customer service
• Prior experience in health club management or gym operations is highly desirable
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining high energy levels throughout the day

Join us as an Assistant Gym Director to inspire others on their fitness journeys while advancing your career in a lively, supportive environment! Your passion for health and wellness combined with your leadership skills will help us create an empowering space where everyone can thrive.