Apprentice Tennis Pro

Life Time Inc.•Bloomington, IL

About The Position

Learn various aspects of the tennis pro role without USPTA or PTR certification, with the intention of growing professionally and eventually earning certification. Teach private and group tennis lessons and implement Life Time's Play Learn Love and SMART (Juniors) methodology. Embrace student-centered learning and rally-based teaching. Grow a personal book of business and revenue to meet and exceed personal and department financial goals. Provide member-centric customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
CPR and AED certified within 30 days of hire.
Excellent customer service skills and a friendly, outgoing, positive attitude.
Thorough knowledge of tennis and effective teaching styles and techniques.
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Comfort working with all age groups and building positive relationships with members and team members.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor, demonstrate, and instruct students during tennis lessons on proper techniques, tactics, and strategies to improve their tennis game.
Develop safe, professional, and comprehensive tennis lessons and programs that help students progress along a pathway encouraging continued involvement and a positive Net Promoter Score.
Create exceptional member experiences by involving members in programs, tournaments, and special events; use available marketing support and tools; and ensure tennis facilities and equipment are clean, organized, and in good working condition.
Participate in system-wide sales efforts with Membership Advisors and Member Activities, ensuring tennis is an integral component of the Life Time brand.
Attend department and all-club meetings.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
For full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time team members: life insurance.
For full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
For full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
For full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
For eligible full-time team members who meet the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.