Job description

We are looking for a Group Exercise Manager to lead and develop the group fitness programs at a top sports, fitness and leisure spot in the UAE. The person who gets this job will be in charge of the quality, safety and success of the group exercise activities. This includes working with coaches creating fitness programs keeping service standards high and helping more people join and stay involved. This is a leadership job that requires hands-on work. The person must be able to manage the department while also being active with members or coaches or classes and fitness events.

Key Responsibilities.

• As a Group Exercise Manager, lead the work and overall performance of the group exercise department.
• Keep standards for coaching, member service, safety and how classes are run.
• Create structured, fun and effective group exercise programs for fitness levels.
• Introduce special classes and new fitness programs.
• Check classes regularly do quality checks. Run department audits.
• Track class attendance, member participation, feedback and how well the programs are working.
• As an Group Exercise Manager, help increase the number of members and keep them coming by offering great fitness experiences.
• Build relationships with members and push for long-term involvement.
• As a Group Exercise Manager, create an encouraging and community-focused environment for training.
• Support the group exercise coaches.
• As a Group Exercise Manager, plan training sessions, workshops and programs to improve skills.
• Find places where coaches need training or help.
• Make sure all coaches follow the training methods or service rules and safety steps.
• Stay up to date with trends in group exercise or fitness or wellness and how to keep members engaged.
• Make sure the studios, training areas and equipment are safe or clean and ready for use.
• Keep all professional certifications and meet UAE fitness registration rules.
• Help with member events, fitness challenges, marketing activities and community projects.
• Represent the company well. Show its values through great service to members.
• Work with teams to help the company meet its goals.
• Do any tasks that management asks for.

Requirements

• To qualify for this job you need to meet these rules:
• Follow health, safety and operating standards fully.
• Give members a good experience.
• Work well with others communicate well. Be on time.
• Keep all group exercise certifications up to date.
• Keep UAE REPs registration if needed.
• Do least three training programs each year that are relevant.
• Join in internal training staff classes, team-building events and learning sessions.
• Finish the development plan that is agreed on.
• Minimum Requirements
• least five years of experience as a group exercise coach.
• Least two years of experience managing or leading group exercise programs, coaches or a fitness team.
• An international group. Fitness certification.
• Certification in least three Les Mills programs.
• A recognized indoor group cycling certification.
• Good understanding of group fitness, how to run classes, safety and how to keep members
• Experience in training, guiding or helping develop group exercise coaches.
• Strong skills in communication, leadership and customer service.
• Ability to work in a sports and fitness place that focuses on members.
• Willingness to work at times including evenings or weekends and holidays when needed.
• Preferred Experience
• Previous work in the UAE. Another GCC country.
• Current UAE REPs. The ability to get it.
• Experience in a fitness club, sports center, leisure place or a place that does many types of training.
• Experience in starting classes, special programs or fitness projects for members.

Overseas Applicants

People who are not, in the UAE can still apply. They must be ready to move to the UAE and finish any needed certifications or registrations.