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Fitness Director

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jun 2025

💰 $50,000/yr

About the role

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Employee discounts

Position: Fitness Director Job Type: Full-time Location: FFC West Loop Compensation: $50,000 starting plus commissions and bonus opportunities
Essential Job Functions

As a team member manager, assist with the opening and closing of the club on a team rotational basis
Help retain and attain new members through club promotion and customer service excellence
Lead member integration process to maximize member satisfaction and member retention
Meet or exceed the Fitness Department Budgeted Net Income on a Quarterly and Annual basis

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science
One (1) or two (2) fitness related nationally accredited certifications
Current CPR and AED certification
Three (3) to five (5) years experience in a health and fitness facility. Two (2) years fitness facility or program management experience. One (1) to two (2) years supervisory experience
Must be experienced in conducting sub maximal fitness assessments
Must be in the club during closeout; the last three days of each month
Must have performance management and staff motivation experience

General Responsibilities:

Acquire, maintain and service members by supporting their participation in programs and activities
Define performance standards and objectives for fitness staff
Develop and promote fitness related programs
Facilitate the member integration process including initial fitness assessments
Maintain involvement in both fitness and non-fitness related club activities and promotions

Specific Responsibilities:

Conduct staff fitness and service training sessions on a regular basis
Establish relationships with our primary fitness equipment vendors
Expedite the repair of all fitness equipment as fast as possible.
Conduct annual performance evaluations for all fitness staff
Provide updated and current information on all fitness related programs to all departments in a timely fashion
Maintain fitness certification and educational requirements through continuing education programs
Instruct group exercise classes
Personal train club members as necessary
Provide education and training on proper use of exercise equipment available to members
Hire, train and schedule all fitness instructors, Pilates trainers and personal trainers. Keep the department fully staffed at all times
Hire, train and supervise fitness department managers (group exercise, fitness service, athletics, fitness floor operations)
Meet monthly with fitness instructors to develop, promote and implement new fitness programs
Actively participate in all phases of major club functions and special events
Participate in the MOD rotation
Submit annual fitness department budget as per instructions by General Manager
Involvement in the development of fitness department Procedures Manual
Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep of the fitness center facility and equipment
Ensure the physical environment is pleasing to the members in regard to cleanliness, atmosphere, and aesthetic appearance
Inspect all fitness equipment to assure the highest standards of maintenance and cleanliness
Maintain the fitness offices so as to be fully presentable, orderly, and clean at all times
Physical requirements include: walking and standing during the entire shift (often 4-8 hours), climbing stairs, kneeling, pushing, and pulling objects, lifting and moving objects (up to 50 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation

Physical Requirements:This position requires bending, standing, moving fitness equipment, lifting weight plates and dumbbells.
What We Offer:

Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare
Company-paid Life Insurance
401K - with company match
Professional Development Reimbursement - FFC will match 50% of the cost for an activity up to a maximum reimbursement amount of $200 allowed during the calendar year. We encourage our staff to diversify their educational development. This benefit becomes effective after 90 days of employment
We provide fitness instructor training and significant discounts on these educational programs (Pilates, Group Fitness, Personal