Director of Fitness

Retro Fitness of Fort Lee, NJ

Director of Fitness

Fort Lee, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you passionate about fitness? Do you consider yourself a leader? Retro Fitness of Fort Lee, NJ, is seeking a full-time, goal-oriented Director of Fitness manage our Personal Training department. The 20,000 state-of-the-art flagship franchise location is in need of a dedicated, professional leader to help take the business to the next level.

    Description:

    We’re looking for a passionate Director of Fitness (DOF) who wants to work for the innovative industry leader and be part of a team that is focused on making a real difference in people’s lives. The DOF is responsible for contributing to the overall production and financial success of the Personal Training Department.

    The DOF will assist in cultivating and leading a positive, team-centered work environment that delivers on company goals. You will be a team player, have a “Whatever It Takes attitude”, provide a strong representation of the club at all times, will be enthusiastic, willing to learn our results based Pro Fitness Program (PFP), be reliable and willing to go above and beyond.

    Employment Type: Full-Time

    Compensation & Perks:

    Base Pay $45,000 - $50,000 annually with potential for much more based on commissions and bonuses

    10% Commission on Personal Training packages sold

    Monthly Tiered Bonus Structure based on cash collected from Personal Training

    Complimentary Ultimate Membership to this location.

    Discounts on Pro Shop items, cooler drinks, protein bars, smoothies

    With the adjacent wellness center, Edge Well: Free use of recovery modalities, Free orthopedic evaluation and treatment (first time), Discounted follow-up treatments

    30% off Retro Blends Smoothies cooler drinks, protein bars, apparel, and other Pro Shop items.

    15% off Spartan Meals.

    NASM discounts.

    Positive company culture.

    Responsibilities:

    Meeting or exceeding monthly revenue and session goals

    Lead all Personal Training Department meetings (team and one-on-one)

    Training, managing, and developing a high-quality team of Personal Trainers and Fitness Consultants in a way that enables them to reach their full potential

    Creating communication mechanisms for staff that enables two-way dialogue and provides them with timely and accurate information pertaining to company and club goals, programs, promotions, and policies

    Assist in managing an efficient fitness department whereby day-to-day operations run smoothly, company-wide policies are followed consistently, and problems are resolved in an effective and timely manner

    Manage the new member integration program ensuring that Fitness Consultations and PT demo sessions are provided in a timely manner

    Qualifications:

    Sales experience required

    Goal oriented and self-motivated

    Minimum of 2 years management experience

    Proven leadership ability in an educational, fitness or professional settings

    Proven ability to drive revenue

    Enthusiastic, passionate and knowledgeable regarding the fitness industry

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Hire, direct and train staff as well as excellent time management and follow-up skills

    Financial management experience

    Scheduling of training sessions and group fitness classes

    Computer literacy

    Experience in management, Personal Training sales, and fitness certification preferred

    Knowledge of the Pro Fitness Program and ABC Ignite (formerly Datratrak) a plus

    Korean or Spanish speaking a plus