Studio Manager

Boutique Fitness Studio; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boutique Fitness Studio in Sarasota, FL seeks a results-driven Studio Manager to lead daily operations, boost membership, and drive revenue in a fast-paced environment.

You will coach the sales team, manage KPIs, and build a high-performing staff while delivering an exceptional member experience and maintaining profitability. Remote-friendly? Not specified; onsite operations emphasize accountability and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Proven success leading a sales-focused team.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience managing KPIs and driving business performance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the studio to hit monthly membership, revenue, and profitability goals.
• Drive lead generation through referrals, partnerships, networking, and grassroots marketing.
• Coach the sales team to maximize booking, show, and close percentages.
• Monitor daily sales performance and implement improvement strategies.
• Assist with high-value sales opportunities and member retention.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop a high-performing team.
• Foster a performance-driven culture with regular coaching and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Sales leadership

Coaching

Communication

KPI management

Budgeting

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Studio Manager to lead the daily operations, sales performance, and overall success of a fast-paced growing boutique fitness studio.

This individual will be responsible for driving membership growth, developing a high-performing team, delivering an exceptional member experience, and ensuring the studio achieves its financial objectives. The ideal candidate is a proven leader who thrives in a sales-driven environment, enjoys coaching and developing others, and is passionate about building a culture of accountability and excellence.

What You'll Do

• Lead the studio to achieve monthly membership, revenue, and profitability goals.
• Drive lead generation through referrals, community partnerships, networking, and grassroots marketing.
• Coach the sales team to maximize booking, show, and close percentages.
• Monitor daily sales performance and implement strategies to improve results.
• Personally assist with high-value sales opportunities and member retention.
• Ensure all leads receive timely and professional follow-up.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop a high-performing team.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and performance-driven culture.
• Conduct regular one-on-one coaching sessions and performance reviews.
• Hold team members accountable through measurable expectations and consistent feedback.
• Lead by example while motivating the team to exceed business goals.

Studio Operations

• Oversee all day-to-day studio operations.
• Ensure an exceptional member experience from first interaction through long-term retention.
• Maintain studio cleanliness, organization, and operational excellence.
• Manage schedules, payroll, inventory, vendor relationships, and facility maintenance.
• Resolve member concerns professionally and promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and operating procedures.
• Analyze weekly and monthly business metrics to identify opportunities for growth.
• Manage labor expenses while maintaining exceptional service levels.
• Develop action plans to improve profitability through revenue growth and expense management.
• Maintain accountability for operational budgets and financial targets.

Community Engagement

• Build relationships with local businesses and community organizations.
• Coordinate events, partnerships, and networking opportunities that increase brand awareness.
• Represent the studio at community events and promotional activities.
• Support local marketing initiatives that generate qualified leads and new memberships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Proven success leading a sales-focused team.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience managing KPIs and driving business performance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred

• Experience in boutique fitness, health and wellness, hospitality, retail, or another membership-based business.
• Experience managing payroll, budgets, and financial performance.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• A passion for coaching, mentoring, and building winning teams.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• High business acumen with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Positive attitude with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional member experience.