Assistant Fitness Manager

$50,000 - $50,003/Yr

Aquila Fitness - Rockville, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Rockville, MD

About the position

The Assistant Fitness Manager at Aquila Fitness plays a crucial role in supporting the Health & Fitness Program Manager by overseeing operations and personnel at a fitness center. This position involves a mix of administrative, programming, and technical activities aimed at ensuring efficient and profitable operations. The Assistant Fitness Manager will also engage with clients through fitness training and group classes, while promoting a healthy and positive environment for both staff and members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and evaluating Health & Fitness Center's operations.
• Teach group fitness classes and conduct personal fitness training sessions with clients.
• Assist in preparation of reports and records for management.
• Evaluate current procedures and practices for Health & Fitness Center's activities.
• Develop relationships with members and clients to promote goodwill and generate new business.
• Act as an emergency substitute for club employees when necessary.
• Assume interim Health & Fitness Manager duties in the absence of the Program Manager.
• Assist in personnel coaching and lead by example.
• Implement ACSM programming guidelines and conduct fitness assessments.
• Design wellness and fitness programs with the Health & Fitness Program Manager.
• Supervise the fitness floor and educate members on safe exercise techniques.
• Ensure maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of all equipment.

Requirements

• B.S. in Exercise Physiology or related health & fitness field.
• Active NCCA accredited fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM, NCSF, NCCPT, or AFAA).
• Active CPR certification.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience supervising adults during exercise.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen for security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent technical skills in testing and exercise prescription.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Computer literate: Microsoft Products, E-mail, Internet.
• Ability to lead group fitness classes.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Punctual, dependable, and organized.
• Ability to motivate others.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Continuing education reimbursements.
• Performance bonuses.
• Commuter pre-tax benefits.
• Fitness retailers discount programs.
• 401k plan with company match.