Studio Manager in Training (MIT)

Mantrafitness; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mantra Fitness is seeking a Manager in Training to gain hands-on exposure to studio operations, team leadership, member experience, and business execution. You’ll learn systems, standards, and decision-making under the guidance of the Studio Manager, with a pathway toward an Assistant Manager role.

This part-time MIT role offers growth into leadership within a boutique fitness studio environment, with opportunities to learn class scheduling, member onboarding, and sales support.

Qualifications

• Interest in leadership roles within fitness or hospitality.
• Organized, reliable, and proactive.
• Enjoy working with people and solving problems.
• Clear, professional communication in varied situations.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Studio Operations: support opening/closing, cleanliness, and readiness.
• Leadership & Team Support: guide front desk, onboard new members, lead shifts.
• Member Experience & Sales: engage members, onboarding, follow-up, assist sales conversations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Job description

About Mantra Fitness

Mantra Fitness is a boutique fitness brand built on strength, community, and consistency. We believe exceptional studios are powered by exceptional people — and we intentionally develop leaders from within.

Role Overview

The Manager in Training (MIT) is a developmental leadership role that provides exposure to all aspects of studio operations, team leadership, member experience, and business execution. Working closely with the Studio Manager, you’ll learn the systems, standards, and decision-making required to successfully run a Mantra Fitness studio.

This role is ideal for someone seeking long‑term growth in fitness, hospitality, or people management — not just a shift‑based position.

What You’ll Learn & Do

Studio Operations

• Support daily studio operations including opening/closing procedures, cleanliness, and readiness
• Learn and use ClubReady for memberships, class scheduling, and reporting
• Assist with staff scheduling and time tracking using Deputy
• Support inventory tracking and operational organization

Leadership & Team Support

• Support and guide front desk staff during shifts
• Observe and assist with onboarding and training new team members
• Lead shifts or team huddles when assigned
• Model professionalism, accountability, and strong communication

Member Experience & Sales

• Greet and engage members to build strong relationships
• Assist with new member onboarding and studio orientation
• Learn lead management and follow‑up using LoyalSnap
• Support sales conversations, trials, and promotions under manager guidance

Instructor & Schedule Support

• Assist with class schedules and coverage coordination
• Support instructors with class setup and studio flow
• Learn how class utilization and performance are managed at the studio level

Leadership Development

• Complete structured training, shadowing, and operational checklists
• Participate in regular coaching and feedback conversations
• Build the skills needed to progress into an Assistant Manager role

Who This Role Is For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Are interested in growing into a leadership role in fitness or hospitality
• Are organized, reliable, and proactive
• Enjoy working with people and solving problems
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, customer‑facing environment
• Are coachable and eager to learn systems and processes

Experience in fitness, hospitality, retail, or customer service is helpful but not required.

Schedule & Compensation

• Part‑time role averaging ~20 hours per week
• Variable shifts, including some evenings and weekends
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Clear growth pathway into Assistant Manager and Studio Manager roles

Growth Path

Manager in Training → Assistant Manager → Studio Manager

Advancement is based on performance, readiness, and business needs.