Hybrid Fitness Studio Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Complimentary access to studio classes

Health and wellness benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary with incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a dynamic Hybrid Fitness Studio Manager to lead our bustling studio. This role blends on-site leadership with remote administration to keep operations running smoothly and members engaged.

You will manage staff, schedule classes, drive member growth, handle payroll and inventory remotely, and ensure a welcoming, high‑performance environment with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in fitness studio management or related leadership role.
• Strong understanding of fitness industry trends and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and digital communication tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily studio operations, including staff supervision, class management, and member services.
• Develop strategies to attract new members and retain existing ones, fostering a strong community.
• Manage staff schedules, performance, and professional development, ensuring high-quality instruction and service delivery.
• Handle administrative tasks such as payroll, inventory management, and financial reporting remotely.
• Maintain studio cleanliness, safety, and equipment functionality, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Organize and promote special events, workshops, and challenges to enhance member experience and revenue.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Team motivation

Scheduling software

Digital communication tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Scheduling software

Digital communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and organized Hybrid Fitness Studio Manager to lead their bustling fitness studio in Cape Town. This role involves a blend of on-site leadership and remote administrative tasks, ensuring the studio operates at peak performance. You will be responsible for staff management, member engagement, class scheduling, and maintaining a positive, motivating atmosphere. This position is ideal for someone passionate about health and wellness, with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage operations both in person and remotely, fostering a thriving community and achieving business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily studio operations, including staff supervision, class management, and member services.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract new members and retain existing ones, fostering a strong community.
• Manage staff schedules, performance, and professional development, ensuring high-quality instruction and service delivery.
• Handle administrative tasks such as payroll, inventory management, and financial reporting remotely.
• Maintain studio cleanliness, safety, and equipment functionality, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Organize and promote special events, workshops, and challenges to enhance member experience and revenue.

Requirements

• Previous experience in fitness studio management or a related leadership role.
• Strong understanding of fitness industry trends and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and digital communication tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between remote and on-site duties.
• Complimentary access to studio classes and services.
• Health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth within a dynamic fitness organization.