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Manager - Fitness Programs

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JOB SUMMARY
The gym leadership team is comprised of the Gym Director, Assistant Gym Director, and additional department managers. As a team, they are responsible for ensuring that the gym functions smoothly, all staff are supported and upholding our Core Values, and that we are providing an excellent member experience. The Fitness Program Manager will report to the Gym Director of their home gym.
This individual is the point-person for the range of Fitness offerings at their gym(s). The candidate will be part of a passionate team of community-oriented climbing, yoga, and fitness enthusiasts who are working together to create special moments and experiences for members and guests. Candidates are experts in their respective fields, work well within a team, and are committed to building and maintaining a well-attended and inclusive fitness program for the local community.
The ideal candidate will have a balance of great teaching and leadership skills, excellent administrative and organizational abilities and the capability to see the big picture as well as the everyday details that are essential to being a successful Fitness Program Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Fitness Program Manager (FPM) will be at the helm of helping to create and manage an inclusive, innovative, and thriving fitness program that reflects the unique makeup of climbing, yoga, and fitness enthusiasts.
The candidate will help to:

Build and maintain a group of instructors and class offerings that continually excites and challenges the seasoned athlete as well as the newer participant.

Manage all tasks related to the recruitment and leadership of fitness instructors, the offerings and suitability of all programming, and the maintenance required to ensure the department is flourishing.

Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure the fitness offerings compliment other offerings in the gym and serve as a resource for occasional gym-wide events.

In addition, the FPM may be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Assure that all instructors are properly certified and up to date with any required trainings and CEUs

Teach and sub fitness classes as needed at home gym(s)

Organize specialized workshops relevant to the local community

Create sub protocol and manage scheduling system

Organize Fitness Instructor meetings/trainings

Ensure quality and cleanliness of the Fitness space and equipment

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must hold a current certification in Group Exercise Instruction and/or be a Certified Personal Trainer from a nationally recognized organization.

2+ years of group fitness instructor experience.

Innovative, organized, and self-motivated.

Have a passion for group fitness, leading others in the craft, and an interest in climbing!

Embody the Movement mission to create community, share passion, and inspire philanthropy and core values of Innovation, Partnership, Passion, Integrity, and Inclusion.

Additional experience preferred:

5+ years of fitness instructor experience

Previous fitness or wellness studio management experience, or similar experience.

Experience as a personal trainer and/or experience managing a team of instructors and personal trainers.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a part-time hourly position with a starting pay rate of $24.75-$28.25, which may be flexible depending on experience and certifications. Admin hours will be approximately 5-10 per week. Group Fitness Class instructor pay rate offered additionally. Opportunity to take on personal training clients.

Applications will be accepted until 9/14/2026

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