Fitness Manager
$45,000–$95,000 year
On-siteMount Prospect, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
The Personal Training Manager leads the growth and retention of paid Personal Training Services by driving new client acquisition and maximizing retention. Responsibilities include selling directly (approximately 50% of time), coaching and guiding Personal Trainers on selling and service delivery, owning the client journey through the paid programming, and ensuring high-quality programs backed by a scientific rationale. The role requires managing and coaching the delivery of personal training services, communicating company standards, and leading by example with punctuality, dress code, friendliness, and cleanliness. Other duties include staff development (hiring, training, performance reviews), KPI reporting and analysis, and regular collaboration with the General Manager. The position is salaried, requires a minimum of 45 hours per week, and demands knowledge of various Crunch programs (e.g., VFP, dotFit, ABC/Datatrak, Crunch U, Styku), strong sales and leadership capabilities, and certification in one or more recognized personal trainer credentials. The role emphasizes client acquisition, retention, program design, progress tracking, and excellent customer service in a club environment.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- CPR certification
- ACSM Certified Personal Trainer OR ACE Personal Trainer OR The Cooper Institute Personal Trainer OR IFPA Personal Fitness Trainer OR NASM Certified Personal Trainer OR NSCA Certified Personal Trainer OR Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist OR NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer OR NFPT Personal Trainer Certification
- 1-2 Years experience as a Personal Trainer preferred
- Prior management experience in retail/hospitality leading 3-10 employees (preferred)
- Consultative sales experience (preferred)
- Knowledge of Personal Training techniques and program design
- Sales, communication, and rapport-building skills
- Knowledge and command of Crunch programs (e.g., VFP, dotFit, ABC/Datatrak, Crunch U, Styku)
- CPR (listed)
- Ability to operate club equipment
- Experience coaching/motivating groups
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and member-service focus
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