District Manager, Management

District Manager - Multi-Unit Fitness Operations

A growing multi-unit fitness organization is seeking a hands-on District Manager to oversee approximately 6 to 10 locations within an assigned market.

This leader will be responsible for district-wide sales, profitability, operational execution and team development. The District Manager will work closely with location-level managers to improve performance, achieve key business objectives and consistently deliver an exceptional member experience.

This is a field-based leadership position requiring regular presence inside the locations, direct coaching of managers and strong accountability around sales, staffing, financial performance and operating standards.

$80,000 base salary plus annual performance incentives

• Establish and monitor district-wide sales and membership goals.
• Coach location managers on sales execution, prospecting, tours and conversion.
• Review daily, weekly and monthly performance to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop action plans for underperforming locations and hold managers accountable for improvement.
• Create a sales-focused culture that recognizes strong performance and results.
• Maintain responsibility for controllable location-level P&Ls across the district.
• Monitor labor, payroll, supplies and operating expenses.
• Review financial performance with location managers and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Develop managers’ understanding of budgeting, expense control and profitability.
• Partner with senior leadership on strategies that improve district performance.

• Recruit, hire, coach and develop high-performing location managers.
• Maintain proper staffing levels across the district.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations and development discussions.
• Build a strong leadership pipeline by identifying and preparing internal talent for promotion.
• Support performance management and ensure consistent accountability across all locations.

• Ensure every location consistently meets company standards for cleanliness, safety and service.
• Conduct regular operational reviews and develop follow-up action plans.
• Partner with facilities teams to minimize equipment downtime and resolve maintenance concerns.
• Monitor member feedback and ensure timely resolution of service issues.
• Lead weekly meetings with location managers to review KPIs, staffing, priorities and operating initiatives.

• Ensure payroll, hiring documentation, certifications and performance reporting are accurate and completed on time.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and applicable safety requirements.
• Provide timely district-level performance updates to senior leadership.
• Ensure managers consistently execute required training and onboarding programs.

• Proven multi-unit leadership experience in fitness, retail, hospitality, restaurants or another service-driven industry.
• Experience overseeing multiple location managers and large hourly teams.
• Strong sales leadership background with a track record of improving revenue or membership performance.
• Working knowledge of P&L management, budgeting, labor control and controllable expenses.
• Ability to analyze performance data and create effective action plans.
• Strong coaching, communication and performance-management skills.
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple locations and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business reporting systems.
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain it.

• Field-based position with regular travel throughout the assigned market.
• Expected to be present in locations five days per week.
• Availability for occasional nights and weekends is required.
• Schedule may vary based on business needs.
• Minimum of 40 hours per week.

• Sales and membership growth.
• District profitability and expense management.
• Achievement of operational KPIs.
• Location cleanliness, safety and brand-standard compliance.
• Leadership development, retention and internal promotions.
• Member satisfaction and overall service quality.

Car allowance, phone stipend, health benefits, paid time off and 401(k)