Fitness Sales Manager

Gold's Gym•Cornelius, NC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We're building a team of leaders who live and breathe fitness - professionals who take ownership of performance, sales, and team development. The Fitness Sales Manager is not just a title - it's a mission. You'll lead a team of elite personal trainers, drive the growth of our training department, and embody the Gold's Gym standard of excellence. If you're ready to lead from the front, develop top-performing trainers, and build a thriving fitness business - keep reading. Gold's Gym isn't a hobby gym - and this definitely isn't a hobby role. This is a performance-based leadership position inside one of the most respected names in fitness. Success here is built on measurable outcomes - sales growth, staff development, and client satisfaction. Your success will depend on your ability to lead, coach, and develop personal trainers, your skill in driving personal training sales with integrity and enthusiasm, your consistency in creating systems that sustain growth, and your willingness to be on the floor, coaching and connecting with members daily. If you thrive on accountability, growth, and measurable results - this is where you belong. Gold's Gym is redefining strength - in our members, our team, and our leaders. If you have the drive, discipline, and leadership to develop high-performing teams and deliver measurable results, we want you to lead our fitness department. From a single gym in Venice Beach, California in 1965 to a global symbol of strength and performance, Gold’s Gym has defined serious training for nearly six decades. What began as a sanctuary for bodybuilders became the birthplace of modern fitness. With over 550 locations across six continents, our legacy has evolved while staying true to it’s roots- serious training, community and results. As the industry shifts, Gold’s Gym continues to lead, honoring our heritage while building the next generation of members and fitness experiences. We attribute much of our success to our company culture. We're grounded, reliable, and entrepreneurial - - but also enthusiastic, collaborative, and creative. If this feels like you, we can't wait to get your application!

Requirements

Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACSM, ACE, ISSA, NSCA, NPTI, etc.) preferred
CPR/AED Certification (current)
Minimum 2 years of personal training experience
Minimum 1 year of supervisory or management experience in fitness or sales
Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
Strong understanding of fitness programming, member engagement, and business operations
Professional appearance, leadership presence, and effective communication skills
Ability to demonstrate exercises and be physically active on the gym floor

Nice To Haves

Build, coach, and develop teams that perform
Lead by example - both on the floor and in business meetings
Are confident, professional, and sales-driven
Thrive in target-driven environments
Communicate clearly and follow up consistently
Continue their own professional and fitness education relentlessly
Care deeply about member results, team culture, and business growth
You avoid accountability and feedback
You're uncomfortable with goal-driven sales
You struggle with time management or consistency
You avoid being on the gym floor
You're seeking a "desk job" rather than a leadership position

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage the Personal Training team
Drive all aspects of personal training sales, revenue, and member conversion
Conduct fitness assessments, onboarding sessions, and sales presentations
Hire, onboard, and develop high-performing trainers
Manage schedules, session bookings, and department operations
Track team performance metrics - sales, session volume, retention, and engagement
Foster an elite culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous education
Collaborate with leadership to plan and execute major club events and initiatives
Maintain a strong presence on the gym floor to build member relationships and visibility