Pilates Studio Manager

Position Overview

As the Studio Manager, you will oversee the daily operations, sales, and staff management to ensure an exceptional member experience. You will be responsible for driving membership acquisition and retention, maintaining operational excellence, and fostering a supportive, inclusive studio culture that aligns with FS8’s core values.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Sales

Execute pre-sale strategies to build a strong foundation of founding members
Manage and track leads, trials, and membership conversions to meet studio KPI goals
Ensure the studio maintains a high standard of cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance
Manage studio email, virtual communications, and member inquiries promptly and professionally
Open and close the studio, ensuring all setup and breakdown duties are completed. Instructing & Member Engagement
Instruct 12–16 FS8 classes per week, with flexibility based on coverage needs
Build relationships with members to foster community engagement and retention
Clearly explain FS8 programming and membership options to prospective members
Collaborate with the marketing team to execute social media and local marketing initiatives

Staff Leadership & Development

Recruit, train, and oversee studio staff, Front Desk personnel, alongside the Head Trainer
Manage staff schedules, ensuring smooth operations and adequate class coverage
Host regular staff meetings to align on goals, updates, and operational excellence
Communicate consistently with staff regarding studio updates, program changes, and member trial/conversion data
Community & Business Development
Build and maintain relationships with local businesses and organizations to drive B2B partnerships
Represent FS8 in the community to enhance brand awareness and studio growth
Organize and participate in community events and activations

Requirements

Prior experience in a leadership role within the fitness industry preferred
Experience with Mindbody Business software
Strong sales acumen with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding KPIs
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Punctual and Reliable
Ability to implement and streamline new procedures in a diverse environment
Ability to recognize areas of improvement and proactively communicate with management
Effectively manages a team
Minimum education to include; Mat and Reformer certification
Applicants with 450-hour comprehensive Pilates education (Minimum education to include; Mat, Reformer, and Springboard) will be strongly considered
Valid CPR and First Aid Certificate
Demonstrate anatomical knowledge and focus on safety
In-depth understanding of the benefits of Pilates, Tone and Yoga.