STRIDE is a premium, boutique treadmill studio experience offering coached indoor running/walking classes. All classes are led by expert, certified trainers in a supportive and empowering environment with state-of-the-art equipment and electrifying music. We are the first and only indoor running franchise. Our VisionSTRIDE aims to create a space where running and walking are understood at all levels to be an essential mode of fitness and recognized by everyone as one of the easiest, most engaging and effective ways to achieve one's mental and physical goals.Our TreadmillsSTRIDE is proud to feature the Woodway treadmill, known as the world’s finest treadmill, in every studio. It is the only treadmill used by professional US sport teams including the NFL, NBA, NHL etc. It features revolutionary and patented technology, allowing users to have a running experience unlike any other.Our Parent Company | Xponential FitnessXponential Fitness, the largest curator of boutique fitness brands in the world, is our parent company. STRIDE was founded in 2017 and is the 8th and newest brand in the portfolio. The 7 other brands include Club Pilates, Pure Barre, Cyclebar, Stretch Lab, Row House, Yoga Six and AKT. Xponential has decades of boutique fitness franchising experience across all brands and a proven success model. The expectation is that STRIDE will be the next big brand with the goal of 500+ locations similar to Club Pilates and Pure Barre.
The General Manager will oversee ALL Studio functionality including Sales, Marketing, Operations, and all Studio Certified Run Coaches.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage lead generation, membership sales and retention
Manage and grow all revenue streams: memberships & retail
Manage studio budget, spending, and reporting
Create and execute ongoing marketing plan based on studio needs with a focus on new client acquisition, activation, retention and loyalty
Schedule/participate in Grassroots Marketing partnerships with businesses and community organizations on a weekly basis to drive new guest traffic
Work with Studio Owner and Director of Education to optimize class schedule on an ongoing basis
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, coach, mentor and terminate all studio staff (with support of Head Coach)
Manage staff schedule
Manage maintenance issues, inventory and cleanliness of studio
Participate in studio, regional and company-wide meetings and trainings as needed
Work closely with Studio Owner and National Sales Director to ensure health and profitability of the studio
Social media management
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
An affinity and passion for fitness
2+ years of retail sales or fitness sales experience
Experience in hiring and supervising employees and managing teams successfully
Extremely confident in generating personal sales and training other staff in sales
Ability to work independently and collaborate with Studio Owner
Ability to manage and drive revenue streams: memberships & retail
Strong customer service skills
Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills in person, on the telephone and via email
Meets challenges head on and able to excel in a fast changing, diverse environment
Ability to recognize areas of improvement and make changes using good judgement
Highly organized, proficient in data management, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Professional, punctual, reliable and neat
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Trustworthy and ability to handle confidential information
Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, clients and the general public
Solid written and grammatical skills
Proficiency with computers and Studio software
Must be fluent in English
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
May be required to sit or stand for up to four hours at a time
May be required to reach with hands and arms
Must be able to bend, lift, kneel, and drive a car
Must be able to climb up and down flights of stairs as elevators are not present at all locations
May be asked to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus
Must be able to effectively hear in person and via telephone
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
This position offers a very competitive base salary; based on experience & performance
Commission paid on sales
Opportunity to bonus, based on performance
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIESThe general manager will initially manage one studio, but the owners will be opening 2 additional studios in the Austin area with the expectation that the general manager will manage all 3 studios.
If you want to be apart of something BIG and revolutionary, join STRIDE, become a pioneer, and be at the forefront in establishing the next big brand in the fitness industry! #STRIDEtribe
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Run with Stride.