Area Group Fitness Manager

OVERVIEW: 

The Area Group Fitness Manager is responsible for recruiting, developing, and leading Group Fitness instructors across 3-4 CLUB4 Fitness locations. This role combines hands-on teaching responsibilities with administrative leadership to ensure exceptional programming, instructor development, and overall studio performance.

The ideal candidate is a passionate fitness professional with strong leadership skills, proven experience in group fitness instruction, and the ability to build high-performing instructor teams. This position offers a flexible full-time schedule divided between teaching classes and completing administrative responsibilities that support multiple clubs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or ability required.

Instructor Recruitment & Development

• Recruit, interview, audition, and onboard Group Fitness instructors.
• Build and maintain a strong instructor pipeline for all assigned clubs.
• Train, mentor, and develop instructors to deliver exceptional member experiences.
• Conduct regular coaching, evaluations, and performance development discussions.
• Ensure instructors meet company standards for class delivery, professionalism, and member engagement.
• Support the implementation and growth of company programming initiatives.

Operations & Administration

• Create and maintain Group Fitness schedules across assigned clubs.
• Ensure class schedules align with member demand and club goals.
• Review and approve payroll-related items for instructors.
• Maintain accurate instructor records, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate instructor substitutions and schedule coverage as needed.
• Monitor class performance and attendance trends.
• Participate in meetings, reporting, and other administrative functions related to studio operations.

Club Support & Leadership

• Serve as the primary Group Fitness leader for assigned clubs.
• Partner with club leadership to drive participation and member engagement.
• Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support club events, launches, workshops, and special programming initiatives.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Regularly teach Group Fitness classes as part of weekly responsibilities.
• Demonstrate high-quality coaching, energy, and member engagement.
• Lead by example through professional conduct and strong class execution.
• Saturday teaching availability is required.

Continuing Education

• Maintain current industry knowledge and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and company training programs.
• Pursue and maintain Les Mills certifications as required to support business needs.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 

The position reports directly to Regional Group Fitness Manager under the VP – Studio Fitness.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Minimum of three (3) current Group Fitness certifications from recognized fitness organizations or modalities.
• Previous experience teaching Group Fitness classes.
• Previous leadership, management, or instructor mentoring experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple club locations and priorities simultaneously.
• Comfortable with scheduling systems, payroll processes, and administrative responsibilities.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between assigned clubs.

2) Minimum certifications/education/experience level:

• Three (3) years Supervisor or Manager experience. Preferably in the fitness or dance industry, or in management of a professional performance organization.
• Must hold a current national group exercise certification & have taught for at least 3 years
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required; 2- or 4-yr degree or four years of supervisory experience is preferred

• Must be CPR/AED certified
• Must hold at least two of the following certifications:
  • Group Fitness Instructor certification
  • Les Mills Certified
  • Indoor cycling certification