Studio Manager & Head Coach

Club Athletic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives up to $25k

Paid Vacation: 4 weeks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Club Athletic is expanding and seeks a Club Manager to lead the member experience at our upcoming Chicago locations. You will blend hands-on coaching with studio operations, ensuring every session meets high coaching standards and that members feel nurtured and connected.

You will balance coaching with operational responsibilities, support the coaching team with feedback, and drive retention through community engagement and excellent service.

Qualifications

• NASM-CPT or equivalent certification required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification is required.
• 2+ years of coaching or customer-facing experience in fitness, hospitality, or similar.
• Full-time availability, with flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends and some holidays.
• Physical ability to kneel, bend, reach, climb, stand for extended periods and lift at least 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality coaching and maintain coaching standards across sessions.
• Manage day‑to‑day studio operations and ensure brand standards.
• Provide real‑time feedback and develop coaching staff.
• Shadow potential coaches and lead team‑building sessions.
• Organize coach training and lead community‑oriented events.
• Drive member retention by delivering exceptional experiences.

Skills

People-Focused

Operational Excellence

Coaching-Led

Observant

Highly Organised

Excellent Communicator

Coaching Experience

Physical Fitness

Education

NASM-CPT or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED certified

Tools

Mindbody

GLM

Job description

Club Athletic is expanding and seeks a Club Manager to lead the member experience at our upcoming Chicago locations. You will blend hands-on coaching with studio operations, ensuring every session meets high coaching standards and that members feel nurtured and connected.

You will balance coaching with operational responsibilities, support the coaching team with feedback, and drive retention through community engagement and excellent service.