Floating General Manager

Leap Brands; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands is seeking a General Manager in Training to support its multi-location growth across Virginia, Maryland, and DC. This full-time position is designed for individuals with a background in youth programs, sports, or recreation who are eager to advance to full General Manager leadership in 2027.

The role offers hands-on experience, rotating across several gyms while learning core operations and management duties. A passion for youth programming and leadership in an active environment is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with kids programs, sports, camps, enrichment centers, childcare, or recreation.
• Early career leadership experience or supervisor level responsibilities.
• High energy and comfort in hands-on environments.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations across multiple gyms in the DC, VA, MD region.
• Learn all core gym functions, including scheduling and customer service.
• Assist in onboarding and training new team members.

Skills

Experience with youth programs

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Job description

GENERAL MANAGER IN TRAINING
DC. Virginia. Maryland Region
Full Time

Overview

We are a fast growing youth activity company searching for an early career General Manager in Training to support our multi location growth across the DC, VA, and MD region. This role is built for someone who has experience working with children or youth centered programs and wants a clear pathway into full General Manager leadership.

Throughout 2026, you will rotate across several gyms, learn every operational function, support teams during peak periods, and step into short term management needs across the region. This exposure gives you hands on experience with staffing, customer interaction, class execution, and day to day operations. After this training period, you will move into your own GM role in 2027.

What you will do

• Support daily operations across multiple gyms in the region
• Learn all core gym functions, including scheduling, class flow, customer service, and staff coordination
• Take operational ownership during short term GM coverage needs
• Assist in onboarding and training new team members
• Provide leadership presence on the floor during busy times
• Ensure safety standards, quality programs, and strong customer experience
• Build relationships with families, coaches, and internal teams
• Support special projects that improve consistency and operational excellence
• Gain full understanding of multi location operations and leadership expectations

What makes this role unique

• Structured development program throughout 2026
• Deep exposure to multi unit operations and the full business model
• Clear promotion track to General Manager in 2027
• Opportunity to learn from experienced leaders
• Fast growing company with long term advancement potential
• A culture focused on teamwork, positivity, and creating an exceptional experience for families

What we are looking for

• Experience working with kids programs, sports, camps, enrichment centers, childcare, or recreation
• Early career leadership experience or supervisor level responsibilities
• High energy and comfort in hands on environments
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with parents
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage shifting priorities
• Willingness to travel throughout the DC, VA, MD region
• Desire for a long term career path in youth programming and operations

Ideal backgrounds

• Youth sports coaching
• Activity or recreation program leadership
• Indoor activity centers or family entertainment
• Camp management
• Childcare or after school programsFitness or class based environments

Work schedule and travel

• Must be flexible to rotate between multiple gyms
• Ability to work mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed based on programming demands
• Regional travel required

Career path

• 2026. GM in Training. Full rotation across multiple gyms
• 2027. Promotion into GM role based on performance and business needs

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