Fitness Director

Facility Leader – National Fitness Franchise (Savannah Area)Why You’ll Love This Role- Impact from day one: Lead the pre-sale, launch, and growth of Club #1 in the greater Savannah area.- Dual-impact position: Coach clients directly while running daily club operations.- Upside you control: $50,000 base salary + milestone cash bonuses + profit sharing (high performers $65K–$75K+).- Proven playbook + autonomy: Clear systems, strong support, and real ownership of outcomes.- Real benefits: 2 Weeks of PTO, paid holidays, free membership + 1 additional complimentary membership, 401k match up to 5%.About the CompanyWe are a fast-growing, nationally recognized fitness franchise with over 5,000 locations worldwide. Our team is expanding three locations in the greater Savannah area with fresh energy, proven systems, and aggressive growth plans. We’re building a culture of accountability, sales performance, and member transformation.Role OverviewThe Facility Leader is responsible for leading the pre-sale, launch, and growth of our first Savannah-area club — and serving as both a coach and an operator. This role blends leadership, sales, and coaching responsibilities. You’ll manage the club’s day-to-day performance, coach members in small group and personal training sessions, and build a high-performing team that drives growth and retention.This is not a behind-the-desk management position — it’s an active, hands-on leadership role for someone who loves fitness, people, and performance. You’ll sell memberships, coach sessions, and run the business as if it’s your own.Key Responsibilities- Lead the pre-sale process to drive memberships and personal training sales before opening.- Coach small group training and personal training sessions with high energy and professionalism.- Drive membership and revenue growth through lead follow-up, community engagement, and team accountability.- Build, train, and hold your team to clear KPIs.- Retain members by creating an exceptional training experience and club culture.- Implement proven systems and SOPs for consistent, repeatable success.- Manage club profitability through P&L levers including sales, labor, and expenses.Key Deliverables- Achieve $10,000 in Personal Training draft revenue within the first 90 days.- Hit membership growth targets during pre-sale and launch.- Build a high-performing team aligned with company standards.- Maintain member retention and positive culture.- Deliver operational excellence and financial performance through disciplined execution.Required Experience- 3+ years in sales leadership or management (fitness, retail, or franchise preferred).- Demonstrated experience driving results and managing a team.- Strong communication, sales, and leadership skills.- Tech-savvy: CRM, reporting tools, and general computer fluency.- High energy, self-starter, and able to work independently without handholding.Fitness Qualifications- A fitness certification or degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field is preferred but not required.- Candidates must have a strong working knowledge of functional movement patterns, coaching fundamentals, and basic anatomy.- Those without certification must be able to pass an initial practical assessment and complete a company-supported certification within the first 60 days of employment (company sponsored certification).Compensation & Growth Path- Starting Base Salary: $50,000/year- Milestone Cash Bonuses: Earn additional cash bonuses at each key revenue milestone during the club’s growth phase.- Profit Sharing: Once the club reaches target profitability, transition to a profit-sharing model with significant earning potential.- High performers consistently earn $65K–$75K+ annually.Bonus and profit-sharing are based on:- Total Revenue Growth- Personal training draft (launch + ongoing)- Profitability thresholdsBenefits:2 Weeks of PTO, paid major holidays (adds up to an additional week a year), free gym membership + membership for one spouse or friend, 401k match (up to 5%).Growth: Proven performers will have opportunities to advance as we expand our portfolio.If you’re hungry, competitive, and ready to build something from the ground up — while leading from the front on the coaching floor — apply now with your resume.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingPaid time offProfessional development assistanceRelocation assistanceAbility to Commute:Savannah, GA 31410 (Required)Work Location: In person