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Fitness centre manager : Salary and conditions

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  • Range of typical starting salaries: £17,500 - £26,500. The average figure is around £20,000 (salary data collected Sep 09).
  • Range of typical salaries at senior level/with experience (e.g., after 10-15 years in the role): £35,000 - £55,000 (salary data collected Sep 09). Salary levels vary widely but expansion in the sector is beginning to force them up. Organisations with a policy of graduate recruitment and health centres and spas, which target a wealthier clientele, tend to pay better.
  • Bonuses related to targets, such as membership retention or attracting new members, are frequently paid in the private sector. Over 20% of managers overall receive commission or bonuses.
  • Working hours typically include regular unsocial hours, with early and late shifts and weekend working.
  • The need to meet key performance indicators and financial targets may be stressful.
  • Many regular customers are from older age groups.
  • The job is primarily office-based but with frequent visits to different parts of the facility.
  • Self-employment and freelance work are uncommon, except as a personal trainer or, occasionally, as a consultant.
  • The majority of positions are full time. Some employers allow unpaid career breaks.
  • Jobs are available in most areas. Fitness centres are widespread throughout the UK, but are more commonly found in urban areas.
  • Approximately 54% of entrants are female although males predominate in promoted positions.
  • Around 14% of managers have some form of special need, a much higher proportion than in other fitness industry occupations.
  • Most organisations provide a sportswear uniform, although some managers may wear business dress.
  • Travel within a working day and overnight absence from home overnight are rarely necessary.
  • Overseas work or travel may occasionally be required. Some chains of clubs are expanding into Europe. Jobs can also be found in expatriate communities abroad.
 
AGCAS
Written by Colin Taylor, University of Cumbria
Date: 
October 2009
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