Director of Youth Fitness

SPARK Fitness and Tennis Club is seeking an energetic, highly motivated, friendly, FUN professional to run Spark’s Youth Fitness programs. As Spark Fitness continues to grow, we aim to enhance our Youth Fitness by adding a talented professional to lead our program to the next level.

If you are eager to join the SPARK staff and take ownership of an integral part of the fitness and tennis departments, and contribute to the development of the Spark community, athletes, and the Spark coaching staff, this opportunity is perfect for you. Our collaborative environment fosters continuous learning, from joint lesson planning to monthly discussions among professionals, ensuring your development as both a coach and a professional.

SPARK’S MISSION STATEMENT:

SPARK's mission is to empower our members to become the best version of themselves by being active participants in a community focusing on tennis, fitness, and nutrition. SPARK will accomplish this by creating a robust community and culture for people to meet, train, and live an active and healthy lifestyle.

The Opportunity:

SPARK offers premier services and coaching in fitness training, tennis, and holistic wellness within a vibrant community that fosters movement and member interaction. Our comprehensive offerings include adult and junior tennis programs, CrossFit, Spark Fitness Training, Personal & Small Group Training, Youth Fitness, and Wellness Coaching. We provide diverse opportunities for personal growth and development.

We are currently seeking a full-time Director of Youth Fitness to play a crucial role in shaping and leading our youth fitness department into becoming one of the strongest in the North Shore. This position calls for an experienced and organized leader with the ability to set long-term goals and develop strategic plans for in-house youth programs. Strong attention to detail is a must to ensure programs run smoothly and effectively, while being meticulous in planning, execution, and follow-up of program activities.

We are looking for an energetic individual, who will not only be responsible for the operation and growth of the department, but someone to become the face of the program. If you are passionate about youth fitness development and eager to contribute to a vibrant community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, we invite you to apply. Our team is committed to adding value to the lives of our athletes, continuously pushing boundaries, and fostering an environment of growth and innovation.

Character Requirements:

Strategic Thinker:

• Ability to set long-term goals and develop strategic plans for youth programs.
• Ability to put plans into action and set and execute KPI’s as a department.
• Be a visionary leader that sets the standard by inspiring and motivating the coaching staff and athletes by way of example.
• Persistent in pursuing goals and overcoming obstacles and focused on achieving measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

Decisive:

• Capable of making informed decisions quickly and effectively while working with a team.
• Confident in taking responsibility for the outcomes of decisions and capable of handling challenges and setbacks with a positive attitude.

Effective Communicator:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to convey ideas clearly and persuasively to various stakeholders, including staff, parents, and community members.

Active Listener:

• Attentive to the needs, concerns, and feedback of youth, parents, and team members.
• Open to suggestions and willing to make adjustments based on input.

Organizational Skills:

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure programs run smoothly and effectively.
• Meticulous in planning, execution, and follow-up of program activities.

Above & Beyond Teammate:

• Be the standard as a coach and be clear and direct with staff on how you want youth classes to be executed.
• Deeply committed to the mission of serving and empowering youth.
• Shows genuine care and concern for the well-being of youth and coaches.
• Works well with others and fosters a team-oriented environment.
• Builds strong relationships with team, interns, and community partners.

Program Development and Management Responsibilities:

• Take initial assessment of current programs and design and deliver high quality innovative ideas and approaches that enhance each program effectiveness.
• Responsible for all coaches that partake in youth programs, not only as the point of contact but also as an effective leader and training them properly on class expectations.
• Responsible for the creative promotion and marketing of youth fitness programs including website updates, social media posts, and email promotions throughout each season.
• Collaborate with Junior Tennis coordinators/managers to capitalize on youth involvement across the board at Spark Fitness and other locations.
• Responsible for strategic planning of Summer/Fall/Winter/Spring youth schedule, staffing, and reserved location space and all other details.
• Responsible for hiring and training all youth coaches.
• Responsible for managing youth fitness class registrations, class rosters, and attendance, etc.
• Responsible for developing and overseeing youth fitness class programming for all ages.
• Responsible for developing relationships with local sports organizations to create potential partnerships and spread word about internal programs.
• Focused on achieving measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Uses data and feedback to assess program success and make necessary adjustments.
• Responsible for all billing and setting and hitting quarterly revenue goals
• Responsible for the marketing and management of youth birthday party pipeline and growth.
• Responsible for strategic planning and execution for summer programs
• Responsible for coaching 10-16 hours weekly on the floor with youth programs or within Spark fitness classes

Will report directly to the Director of Fitness and Owners

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Experience:

• Customer service: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Andover, MA 01810 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Andover, MA 01810: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,000 - $70,000