General Manager / Center Director / Fitness Director / PT Director

KidStrong NJ/CT/DE•Orange, CT
•$55,000 - $90,000

About The Position

KidStrong is seeking a General Manager to lead a center in its rapidly expanding New Jersey/CT/NY region. The General Manager is responsible for the center’s success, building a positive and energetic environment for coaches and members, and helping children develop through KidStrong’s programs. The role oversees sales, operations, customer experience, growth, and retention, and works closely with the Assistant GM to ensure smooth center operations. This is not a typical 9-to-5 job. The schedule includes designated days off, but the position requires flexibility and availability when needed to support the team, engage with members, and grow the center. The General Manager also coaches 3–5 classes per week, recruits and trains coaches, engages with the community, and helps maintain a clean, organized facility. The role offers a base salary starting at $55,000, with performance bonuses and stated total compensation potential of $55,000–$90,000 per year.

Requirements

  • 1–3+ years of experience in management, sales, customer service, or operations.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to motivate, engage, and inspire staff and members.
  • Must be available to work weekends.
  • Ability to be active and energetic throughout the day.
  • Comfortable demonstrating physical activities and coaching children.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
  • CPR certification, which can be obtained after hire.
  • First Aid certification, which can be obtained after hire.
  • EpiPen certification, which can be obtained after hire.

Nice To Haves

  • Background in children’s programming, fitness, education, or athletics.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team to create a positive, energetic, and successful environment for coaches and members.
  • Oversee sales, operations, and customer experience to drive growth and retention.
  • Work with the Assistant GM to ensure smooth center operations.
  • Engage with the community and grow class sizes through scheduling and marketing strategies.
  • Coach 3–5 classes per week.
  • Recruit, hire, and train new coaches while ensuring program excellence.
  • Maintain a clean, organized facility and contribute directly to facility needs.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Sick leave
  • Leadership development and continuing education
  • Training and development
  • Wellness resources
  • 401(k)
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement
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