Future Opening: Fitness Manager

Genesis Health Clubs; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Free all-access gym membership

Rapid career advancement

Job summary

Genesis Health Clubs is seeking a Personal Training Manager to oversee all facets of the PT department at a designated location. You will recruit, hire, schedule, and train trainers, and drive profitability through member engagement and goal fulfillment.

You will regularly assess performance, maintain operations, and ensure timely reporting. The role requires weekend/evening availability and strong leadership to build a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a national recognized personal training certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to work well with others and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Personal Training department at a Genesis location.
• Recruit, hire, schedule and train new personal trainers.
• Ensure profitability of the personal training program and meet department goals.
• Track and report new member consultations and training sessions.
• Maintain and update equipment and the online tracking system.

Skills

Personal training certification

CPR certification

Staff leadership

Job description

This position will oversee all aspects of the Personal Training department for a designated Genesis location; including recruiting, hiring, scheduling and training new personal trainers. As well as, ensure profitability of the personal training program by overseeing and following up with all new members, department goals and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the initial and continued training and education of all personal training staff.
• Maintain flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the members and the club.
• Track and record all new member fitness consultations and personal training sessions for reporting.
• Regularly meet with Club Manager to maintain club requirements and club operations.
• Complete profitability/goal reports on weekly and monthly basis to review with District Fitness Manager.
• Ensures that all required documentation (daily reports, checklists, etc.) are competed in a timely manner.
• Inspect personal trainers for proper new member follow-up.
• Maintain equipment and update online tracking system to ensure prompt equipment repair.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
• Perform all duties and assignments as necessary or required for personal trainers and any other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all aspects of the Genesis Health Club Staff Policy Handbook.
• Present a professional demeanor at all times when representing the club.
• Provide input in developing strategies to support departmental goals and objectives.
• Recommend staff development/ educational activities.
• Develop and build a team atmosphere among personal training staff.
• Influence and motivate other staff members to perform at their maximum capacity.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from members.

Job Requirements:

• Available to work weekends, evenings and holidays
• Must hold a national recognized personal training certification and CPR certification
• Ability to work well with others

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 35+ pounds
• Ability to communicate with guests and other associates, including reading, writing and speaking

Compensation: $36,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Join the Genesis Health Clubs Family — Where Passion Meets Purpose!

Genesis Health Clubs is the largest privately owned health club company in the country, with 88 locations across 14 states. Even more importantly, GHC is the fastest-growing non-franchised health club company in the U.S. This rapid expansion creates tremendous opportunity and upside for our team members. Genesis is a place where you can build a successful long-term career in the health and fitness industry, with unmatched upward mobility and growth. As a premier brand, we demand the best in the industry and, in turn, offer above-industry pay and strong rewards for top performers.

Genesis Health Clubs continues to grow, not just in size, but in scope. We now operate a family of brands that includes trampoline parks, water parks, ice skating rinks, meal prep services, and baseball tournament venues. But we're more than just a gym, we’re a movement grounded in core values that guide everything we do.

At Genesis, our mission begins with MMFI: Make Me Feel Important. We serve, support, and inspire our members through meaningful relationships and thoughtful service. We believe in Investing in Our Members, Clubs, and Team, ensuring every location delivers excellence, from the equipment we provide to the people who bring the energy.

We Lead by Example, showing up each day with compassion, drive, and a commitment to help others succeed. We encourage everyone to Exercise Daily, not just for fitness, but as a lifestyle that promotes resilience and long-term wellness.

For Our Team:

We offer dynamic roles in fitness, customer service, management, childcare, and more, with room to grow, lead, and truly make an impact.

Why Work With Us:

• Above-industry average pay and strong employee rewards
• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Rapid career advancement in a fast-growing organization
• The opportunity to uplift your community every day
• Free all-access gym membership
• A passionate, supportive culture where Staff is Family

Whether you’re training clients one-on-one or helping families stay active through our extended brands, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven team transforming lives, one workout, one smile, one connection at a time.

Ready to Level Up Your Health or Your Career?

If you’re passionate about wellness, driven to help others, and excited to work hard and have fun, we want to meet you.