Lead Coach / Assistant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

The Exercise Coach is a high-tech health and fitness franchise, with a proven approach over decades of experience in helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals using our customized strength training program, proprietary equipment and personalized coaching in one-on-one and small group training sessions.

Our studio located in Scripps Ranch (San Diego) is seeking a Full-time Lead Coach / Assistant Studio Manager . The Lead Coach / Assistant Studio Manager must complete The Exercise Coach certification program. Other industry certifications (NASM, NSCA, ACM, etc.) are not required.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $25 / hour to $28 / hour, commensurate with experience

Performance reviews every 6 months with pay rate increases based on merit

Bonus based on performance

Full-time employees eligible for Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays

Company-paid Training and Nutrition Certifications and uniforms

Complimentary Membership with our proprietary equipment, plus ability to train one friend or family member for free

Discounts on high quality protein powders and bars, hydration powders and supplements sold in the studio (typically only sold in medical offices)

Fun teambuilding events and staff lunches

Hiring Steps

For candidates applying for this position, phone screens will be scheduled promptly to confirm aligned qualifications and interest. Candidates passing the phone screen will move to in-person interviews where you will have the opportunity to try our amazing equipment! We are hoping to fill this role quickly in the coming weeks.

About the Job

The ideal candidate for this role is a natural leader supporting studio culture and coach growth, client-experience oriented, and energetic and passionate about fitness and good health. We want someone who enjoys working with and mentoring people, ultimately making a difference in the lives of others!

Our studio offers a casual, fun, family-like environment with state-of-the-art proprietary training equipment and the opportunity to understand the inner-workings of a successful personal training studio.

Our Core Values : Care, Conviction, Commitment, Character, Courage, Cohesiveness

Key Responsibilities

Studio Leadership and Culture :

Manage coaches after your certification process is complete

Foster a collaborative, team-first mentality within the studio

Lead by example with a professional, positive and supportive attitude toward clients and team members

Actively participate in our fitness program to demonstrate the value of The Exercise Coachs methods

Team Hiring, Training and Development :

Assist with recruiting, training and developing a high-performing team

Coach staff on delivering exceptional customer service and client transformation

Create a motivating environment that encourages personal and professional growth

Sales and Business Growth :

Serve as a sales leader, converting leads into members

Drive revenue growth by contributing towards monthly new client and retention goals

Be a constant learner about The Exercise Coach brand and continually seek studio improvements in line with brand guidelines

Client Experience and Retention :

Conduct initial consultations and promotional sessions with potential clients

Ensure client engagement by proactively following up on their attendance and progress as well as modifying their exercise program over time to facilitate their fitness transformation

Build close client relationships to understand their fitness and health goals, challenges as well as connect with them on a personal level

Operational and Administration Management :

Proactively and regularly communicate with the studio owner about all aspects of the business, taking initiative where needed

Oversee client accounts including contracts, billing, data management and scheduling

Respond promptly to client inquiries via phone, email and text

Maintain a clean, well-organized studio and ensure all team members are contributing

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum 1-2 years of experience managing staff in a retail or corporate environment

Minimum 2 years of experience in product or service sales in a direct-to-consumer setting

Oversee studio operations full-time within a flexible combination of mornings, evenings and some Saturday mornings (studio hours Mon-Fri 6am to 8pm, Sat 7am to 1pm, closed Sunday)

Passion for health and fitness no formal fitness experience required!

o Candidates with personal training or group fitness experience and / or a degree in exercise science, kinesiology, physical education or similar will receive priority consideration

o We would be excited if you had prior experience with :

Strength training applications and charting client progress

Working with older adults and various limitations (e.g., injuries, medical issues, etc.)

Basic nutrition knowledge

People skills and communication this is a personalized boutique experience, and you must be able to convey your energy and enthusiasm while working with clients and coaches

Valid Adult First Aid / CPR / AED certification or be able to obtain within first few weeks of hire

You must be authorized to work in the United States.

Candidates looking to grow into more responsibility with our studio are preferred!

About The Exercise Coach

As of 2022, we have become both the fastest growing and largest personal training company in America with over 200 studios nationwide. For more than 20 years we have been dedicated to our shared vision of transforming the way people resist and reverse the usual aging process. Each full body workout takes only 20 minutes, is Exercise Coach-led and is powered by proprietary Exerbotics smart technology. Now clients can get the results that matter most and reverse decades of strength loss in their first few months in a professional, clean and distraction-free studio, rather than the latest fitness craze in a loud, crowded and overwhelming environment.

If you are ready to inspire and empower people to build strength and live healthier lives, wed love to hear from you!