Tennis Professional

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Complimentary Family Membership

Complimentary Child Care for Staff

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Employee Financial Relief Program

Discounted Employee Meal Program

Team Celebrations

Collaborative Environment

50% off Club Services

Free Parking

Job summary

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is seeking a Tennis Professional to join our team at the Lincoln Park location. The role involves developing comprehensive lessons, monitoring clients' techniques, and ensuring the cleanliness of tennis facilities.

This position includes various responsibilities such as engaging inactive players, participating in marketing efforts, and providing excellent service. Our team is collaborative and entrepreneurial, with strong emphasis on member engagement and program

Qualifications

• Ability to develop safe and professional lessons.
• Skill in monitoring and instructing clients on tennis techniques.
• Knowledge of tennis rules, scoring, safety, and etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Develop clients' tennis skills through comprehensive lessons.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of tennis facilities.
• Respond efficiently to member inquiries and concerns.
• Participate in marketing and sales efforts for tennis programs.

Education

PTR/PTA Certification Preferred

Job description

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago's #1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! Check out all we have to offer here: https://www.lakeshoresf.com/join-our-team/. This position is at our Lincoln Park location.

Team Member Perks!

• Competitive Pay
• Complimentary Family Membership
• Complimentary Child Care for Staff Children
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Employee Financial Relief Program
• Daily Discounted Employee Meal Program
• Winter and Summer Team Member Celebrations
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative team environment
• 50% off club services
• Free Parking

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop safe, professional, and comprehensive lessons and programs to ensure clients develop along a pathway that will encourage continued development and a positive learning environment
• Monitor, demonstrate, and instruct clients on proper technique and strategies to improve their overall game
• Ensure clients understand tennis rules, scoring procedures, safety rules and tennis etiquette
• Ensure all tennis facilities and equipment are clean, organized and in great working condition
• Quickly and efficiently respond to member questions, comments & concerns

Building Business:

• In addition to servicing the high demand of current clients, Tennis Professionals will work to:
• Involve members in program, tournaments, and special events, fully utilizing available marketing support system & tools
• Actively participate in the system wide sales efforts with membership advisors and member activities, ensuring tennis is an integral component of the LSF brand, integrating new members into the LSF tennis program
• Identify inactive tennis players and re-engage them in appropriate programs, selling tennis programs, lessons, court times, and equipment.
• Actively develop a positive image for LSF tennis by providing excellent on court and off court service
• Work closely with other LSF Departments to raise awareness about Tennis and look for creative ways to partner with them to improve member experience.
• Continuously increase your knowledge of all LSF Programs, products, and services

Other Requirements

• Take full and accurate rosters for all your classes
• Fill our and turn in weekly confirmation sheets and attend scheduled monthly department meetings
• Be willing to help at other club events involving tennis

Qualifications

• PTR/PTA Certification Preferred