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Group Fitness Studio Manager - Fitness Leadership + Fun CultureVASA Fitness • Joliet, IL, United States
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Group Fitness Studio Manager - Fitness Leadership + Fun Culture

Group Fitness Studio Manager - Fitness Leadership + Fun Culture

VASA Fitness • Joliet, IL, United States
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At VASA Fitness, we're more than a gym we're a community built on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. We create UPLIFTing experiences for everyone through inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. VASA is a place where lives are changed through authentic connections, growth, and support for both members and team members.

HOW YOU WILL CHANGE LIVES

Within our clubs, you'll find VASA's in-house boutique STUDIO experience premium small-group spaces offering high-intensity interval training, infrared yoga, and strength training. These spaces deliver results-driven workouts led by expert coaches who motivate, connect, and inspire.

The Team Lead for Group Fitness & our STUDIO program are the champions of member experience. You'll oversee class programming, talent development, and member engagement to ensure every class is high-energy, effective, and inclusive.

From building and maintaining competitive class schedules including bootcamp, strength & conditioning, cardio, and yoga to recruiting and coaching instructors, you'll make sure every detail supports both member satisfaction and business performance. By analyzing class counts and trends, you'll adapt programming to maximize attendance and ensure our offerings stay fresh, on-trend, and accessible. Your leadership creates an environment where members feel energized, instructors feel supported, and everyone feels connected.

WHO CAN THRIVE IN THIS ROLE

You don't need prior fitness leadership experience to succeed here just the right certifications and a passion for leading people. If you've managed teams in retail, restaurants, hospitality, sales, customer service, or other professional settings, your leadership experience translates. We'll train and support you in building a strong fitness team while you bring energy, organization, and motivation to the role.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

When you join VASA, you'll find more than a job you'll find a place to belong. Our leaders believe in our mission, have high standards, and give energy to others every day.

  • Wellness is a priority! All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships one for you and one to share plus discounted personal training sessions.
  • All employees are eligible to participate in 401(k) options, and the Employee Assistance Program FREE therapy, financial advising, legal advice, and more.
  • 40 hours / week : Paid Time Off, Health / Dental / Vision benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Flexible Vacation Plan & Paid Holidays.
  • COMPENSATION : Pay Range is $19.50-$21.00 per hour + Bonus and Commission Opportunities! Class Rates paid at $35.00 per hour.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • 3+ years of experience teaching group fitness, small group training, or boutique fitness classes (bootcamp, strength, cardio, HIIT, or yoga).
  • Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification required (if recently expired, you'll have 30 days to renew once hired).
  • Current CPR / AED certification required.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
  • General knowledge of kinesiology, exercise science, strength & conditioning, and physical fitness.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and optimistic mindset.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Passion for fitness, community, and helping people live healthier lives.
  • WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

  • Recruiting, hiring, and developing top talent to deliver STUDIO and Group Fitness programs.
  • Building class schedules that are competitive, on-trend, and convenient for members.
  • Meeting and exceeding club KPI goals by driving attendance, maximizing usage, and coaching instructors on performance.
  • Delivering a world-class member experience by ensuring spaces are clean, safe, and fully equipped.
  • Regularly attending classes (HIIT, yoga, strength, bootcamp, etc.) to evaluate, mentor, and support instructors with actionable feedback.
  • Facilitating quarterly STUDIO RED trainings and practice sessions to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Creating an approachable, community-driven environment where instructors and members feel energized and connected.
  • Required Preferred Job Industries

  • Salon / Spa / Fitness
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