General Manager / Center Director / Fitness Director / PT Director
About The Position
At KidStrong , our mission is clear: We help parents build smarter, stronger, more athletic kids—with character. We are a fun-loving team of elite professionals from diverse backgrounds, including management, child development, physical education, personal training, coaching, athletics, pediatric occupational therapy, and more. The common thread? A passion for making a positive impact on kids and families while continually developing ourselves and those around us. If you’re excited about fostering an environment of camaraderie, growth, and positive energy , and want to be part of a fast-moving, rapidly growing company, this is the role for you. The New Jersey/CT/NY region is expanding rapidly, with 25-35 KidStrong centers planned in the next few years. We are looking for talented, enthusiastic leaders who want a career in building better kids and helping to guide these centers to success. KidStrong is a private child development training center focused on brain, physical & character development for ages walking through 11 years old. KidStrong offers a science-based curriculum that is parent-focused and taught by professionals. OUR PEOPLE : - Want to work with great people - Want personal and professional growth - Want to make an impact
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 —as a General Manager, you are the owner of your center.
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- EpiPen Certification
- Ability to be active and energetic throughout the day.
- Comfortable demonstrating physical activities and coaching kids.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
Nice To Haves
- Background in children’s programming, fitness, education, or athletics is a plus.
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 closely with the Assistant GM to ensure smooth center operations.
- Engage with the community and grow class sizes through scheduling and marketing strategies.
- Lead from the front by coaching 3-5 classes per week.
- Recruit, hire, and train new coaches while ensuring program excellence.
- Maintain a clean, organized facility with a "roll up your sleeves" mentality.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Leadership Development & Continuing Education
- Uncapped Earning Potential – Your success is your limit.
- Career Progression – As you demonstrate leadership, you’ll have opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
