Fitness Director, Junior Tennis & High-Performance

New York Junior Tennis & Learning; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a dynamic Fitness Director to lead the day-to-day operations of the fitness program at the Cary Leeds Center. This role will oversee and enhance the physical fitness and conditioning components within our High-Performance Junior Tennis Program, ensuring athletes achieve peak performance and long-term development.

This position reports to the General Manager of the Cary Leeds Center.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 3 or more years of fitness/personal training in a high-performance setting.
• Pre-employment basic tennis skills assessment.
• Previous fitness/tennis experience.
• Completion of NYJTL or similar tennis coaching seminars.
• Requires at least one-year previous experience working with children in similar setting.
• Tennis background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to a positive coaching philosophy motivating participants through encouragement and praise.
• Models polite, courteous and respectful behavior while interacting with program participants and staff.
• Lead in teaching and practice programs.
• Develops personal training clientele.
• Manage fitness space ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Maintain programmatic records including participation, performance.
• Assess participant fitness skills. Make student referral to other NYJTL tennis and fitness programs as appropriate.
• May supervise other coaches/trainers at site.
• Ensure that instruction and games are safe, well organized and fun for program participants.
• Attends required meetings and staff development workshops.
• Assists in all activities needed for the orderly operation of the program: supervising children during snack/supper, facilitating dismissal, conducting field trips, hosting special events, etc.
• Perform other duties and special project as requested by management.

Skills

Fitness experience

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a dynamic Fitness Director to lead the day-to-day operations of the fitness program at the Cary Leeds Center. This role will oversee and enhance the physical fitness and conditioning components within our High-Performance Junior Tennis Program, ensuring athletes achieve peak performance and long-term development.

This position reports to the General Manager of the Cary Leeds Center.