15 May 2008

Fitness manager south east various locations

Purpose of role
If the thought of running one of the best gyms in the world doesn't make you break into a sweat then this could be the job for you. Needless to say, you'll be a walking encyclopaedia when talking health and fitness and you'll have an impressive amount of management experience.
Must have:
A degree in a health and fitness related field (or equivalent) is required.
Demonstrable fitness experience.
Advanced people management skills and be able to inspire and motivate a team to achieve challenging targets / meticulous standards.
Strong interpersonal abilities and be approachable to members and other employees.
Good time and project management skills will also be invaluable.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional fitness programming skills.
Current CPR and First Aid qualifications.
Ability to demonstrate consistently excellent Connecting skills.
Desirable:
Previous experience as a Fitness Manager or Assistant Fitness Manager.
Two current A-category fitness qualifications or equivalent.
Skills in group exercise, personal training, swim instruction and working with all age levels.
A good understanding of innovative fitness concepts
This position will require the applicant undertaking / having undertaken recently a Disclosure check by the Criminal Records Bureau.


Email: robbie.odonnell@virginactive.co.uk

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