Group Exercise Manager

Third Space; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Third Space membership

Buddy membership

Pension

Paid holiday

Sick pay

Access to the Third Space GEX Academy,

Discounts on Third Space products and

Career development and progressionop-

Job summary

Third Space, London’s luxury health clubs, seeks a Group Exercise Manager to lead our Group Exercise programme and instructor team on a maternity cover. You will manage the timetable, instructor group and studio operations, ensuring every class reflects the high standards our members expect.

You'll recruit and develop instructors, maintain quality, and work with club leadership to grow engagement, plan events and maintain health and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or coordinating group exercise programmes.
• Experience leading, coaching or developing a team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and experience working with budgets.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Level 2 Fitness Qualification (or nationally recognised equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an outstanding Group Exercise programme that drives member engagement and attendance.
• Recruit, onboard, coach and support a team of exceptional instructors.
• Create a positive, high-performing culture where instructors feel supported and inspired to grow.
• Maintain the quality and consistency of every class experience.
• Work closely with club leadership and central support teams to deliver an exceptional member experience.
• Use member feedback and industry trends to continually improve the timetable and studio offering.
• Plan and deliver events, workshops and initiatives that strengthen club community and participation.
• Ensure studios, equipment and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.
• Manage budgets, costs and operational performance effectively.
• Maintain health and safety standards across the Group Exercise operation.
• Lead by example and act as a role model for the wider team.

Skills

Group exercise leadership

People management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Budget awareness

Education

Level 2 Fitness

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We are looking for a Group Exercise Manager to lead our Group Exercise programme and instructor team as a Maternity Cover.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about group exercise, loves developing people and wants to play a key role in creating exceptional member experiences.

You will be responsible for the class timetable, instructor team and studio operations, ensuring every class reflects the high standards our members expect from Third Space. You'll work closely with the wider club leadership team to create a thriving fitness community and deliver experiences that keep members coming back.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop an outstanding Group Exercise programme that drives member engagement and attendance.
• Recruit, onboard, coach and support a team of exceptional instructors.
• Create a positive, high-performing culture where instructors feel supported and inspired to grow.
• Maintain the quality and consistency of every class experience.
• Work closely with club leadership and central support teams to deliver an exceptional member experience.
• Use member feedback and industry trends to continually improve the timetable and studio offering.
• Plan and deliver events, workshops and initiatives that strengthen club community and participation.
• Ensure studios, equipment and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.
• Manage budgets, costs and operational performance effectively.
• Maintain health and safety standards across the Group Exercise operation.
• Lead by example and act as a role model for the wider team.

About you

You'll be someone who loves fitness, enjoys leading people and takes pride in delivering exceptional experiences. You'll also have:

• Experience managing or coordinating group exercise programmes.
• Experience leading, coaching or developing a team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and experience working with budgets.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Level 2 Fitness Qualification (or nationally recognised equivalent).

Third Space are London’s luxury health clubs. Every club is different, but they all share the same goal: helping our members be their personal best. Our people bring that experience to life every day.

We're a team of experts, leaders and passionate professionals who are always looking to learn, improve and raise the bar. As we continue to grow across London, there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

Why join Third Space?

At Third Space, we believe great people deserve great opportunities.

You'll join a business that invests in its people, supports career development and encourages everyone to be their personal best. You'll work alongside some of the industry's most talented fitness professionals, learn from experienced leaders and help shape the future of one of London's leading health club brands.

What you'll get in return

• Complimentary Third Space membership.
• Buddy membership.
• Pension.
• Paid holiday.
• Sick pay.
• Access to the Third Space GEX Academy, including internal and external qualifications.
• Discounts on Third Space products and services.
• Career development and progression opportunities.