Studio Fitness Regional Manager

The Edge Fitness Clubs•Farmington Hills, MI

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Studio Fitness Manager is a tactical field-based position responsible for staffing and scheduling Studio Fitness classes in their region. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert and role model in the fitness industry. This leadership position will create value by enhancing the member experience through Studio Fitness classes, as directed by the Director of Studio Fitness. This position also partners with the field leadership in the region.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years Group Fitness or Studio Fitness instruction experience
Current Group Fitness and/or Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification required
Hold at least two nationally recognized specialty certifications (e.g., Les Mills, Indoor Cycling, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, HIIT, or similar formats)
Proven ability to build relationships, influence others, and collaborate effectively with club leadership and cross-functional teams
Comfortable using scheduling, payroll, and business management systems
Passion for delivering an exceptional member experience and building a positive, inclusive team culture
CPR, First Aid & AED certified

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Exercise Science, Business, Sports Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent leadership experience will also be considered

Responsibilities

Recruit, audition, interview, hire, and onboard exceptional Studio Fitness talent
Build and maintain an active instructor pipeline to support current and future club growth
Identify emerging talent and develop future mentors, trainers, and presenters within the organization
Coach, mentor, and inspire instructors through meaningful feedback, career development, and performance coaching
Foster a culture of engagement, recognition, accountability, and continuous improvement
Facilitate workshops, continuing education, and instructor development opportunities
Conduct class observations and quality audits that elevate coaching, consistency, and the overall member experience
Ensure all required CPR and instructor certifications are up to date
Coordinate and supervise the day-to-day Studio Fitness operations at each club.
Ensure that class schedules are up-to-date in print, on the kiosks, and the Edge App.
Promote an engaging and welcoming environment for all employees, members, and visitors.
Conduct studio evaluations, ensuring that all studios are clean and organized and all Studio Fitness equipment is properly maintained.
Partner with field leadership to support membership sales, member retention programs, and other business.
Partner with General Managers and Area Directors to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and continually raise the standard of programming and execution
New Club Openings, if applicable in the region.
Partner with HR and Payroll to ensure a seamless hiring, onboarding, and payroll experience
Build and optimize instructor schedules that support business needs and member demand
Maintain accurate instructor records, schedules, payroll information, and operational data
Manage Studio Fitness payroll budgets while supporting fiscal responsibility
Provide Studio Fitness Instructors with timely performance feedback and recognition
Coordinate instructor substitutions to ensure every class is staffed with qualified instructors and delivered to company standards
Communicate instructor additions, departures, and staffing updates with clubs, HR, Payroll, and key business partners
Maintain timely communication with instructors through NetGym and other company communication platforms
Enforce Studio Fitness policies & procedures
Handle member service issues related to Studio Fitness
Lead special projects, as assigned by the National Director
This position is responsible for the leadership, interviewing, hiring, scheduling and performance managing of Studio Fitness instructors in their area, in conjunction with the National Director.

Benefits

This position requires the ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration of a class.
Bending and moving is done frequently.
Physical activity will include standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, sitting and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Lifting requirements are 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
The vision requirements are close, distant, depth, and ability to adjust focus.
This is a full-time salaried, exempt field position.
This position requires occasional early morning, evening and weekend hours at clubs in your region.
As a Regional Manager, you are expected to be in the clubs two weekends per month.
As a leader in the Studio Fitness Department, you are encouraged to teach weekly classes (separately compensated).
Teaching should not exceed 5 classes per week.
This job operates in a health club environment.
This position routinely deals with club employees, members and vendors.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
This is a high paced environment.
Must be a resident of Michigan with frequent travel to Illinois and Missouri.
This is a full-time exempt position with general hours of work Monday through Friday, 9:00 – 5:00pm, (40 hours) however, this position frequently requires long hours and some night/weekend work.