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Modality Manager; Wellness & PIlates

Functional Fitness
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Fulltime
Mid-Senior
3 months ago
LeadershipStrategic PlanningBudgetingTeam ManagementPerformance ManagementProject Management
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Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven **Wellness / Pilates Modality Manager** to oversee all studios operating within this modality.

This role is responsible for leading performance, developing high-quality coaching teams, and ensuring a premium, consistent member experience across all locations.

The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a passion for Pilates and wellness, driving both team development and commercial performance.

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring visibility across studios, coaching delivery, and close collaboration with the Operations Manager.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Oversee and lead all studio teams within the Pilates / wellness modality
  • Recruit, onboard, and train new coaches and team members
  • Manage probation reviews, performance evaluations, and development plans
  • Conduct **weekly meetings with Head Trainers** to align on performance, priorities, and standards
  • Lead **one full team meeting per month** to drive alignment, culture, and communication
  • Foster a high-performance, positive, and accountable team culture
  • Identify and develop future leaders within the team

Coaching & Product Delivery

  • Deliver a **minimum of 12 classes per week** across studios, maintaining exceptional coaching standards
  • Ensure consistency in class delivery, coaching quality, and member experience across all locations
  • Lead by example through energy, professionalism, and technical excellence
  • Continuously evolve and elevate the Pilates / wellness offering in line with brand standards

Operations & Performance Management

  • Take ownership of studio performance across the modality, including **revenue, utilisation, and retention**
  • Work within defined budgets, managing staffing costs and operational efficiency
  • Collaborate with the Operations Manager in a **weekly 1:1 meeting** to review performance, challenges, andopportunities
  • Analyse KPIs and implement strategies to improve studio performance and member engagement
  • Support scheduling decisions to optimise class occupancy and team utilisation

Reporting & Communication

  • Produce **monthly sales reports across all POS systems** to track revenue, performance, and trends
  • Deliver a **weekly team update email** summarising key operational updates, priorities, and performance insights
  • Prepare **one comprehensive monthly report per studio**, covering all aspects of the business including:
  • Sales and revenue performance
  • Membership trends and retentionStaff performance and updatesOperational highlights and challenges o Action plans for the following month
  • Ensure clear, consistent communication across all levels of the business

Hiring & Staffing

  • Lead the hiring process for all roles within the modality, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels across all studios, balancing full-time and freelance resources
  • Build a strong pipeline of talent to support growth and operational stability

Member Experience & Retention

  • Ensure a premium, consistent member journey across all studios
  • Support Head Trainers in delivering consultations, onboarding experiences, and retention strategies
  • Address member feedback and identify opportunities to enhance the overall experience
  • Maintain strong visibility within studios and build relationships with members

Standards, Compliance & Brand Delivery

  • Uphold all brand standards, SOPs, and operational expectations across studios
  • Ensure health, safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently met
  • Maintain alignment with company policies and local regulations

Marketing & Growth Support

  • Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to support campaigns, launches, and promotions
  • Contribute to content ideas, events, and community engagement initiatives
  • Support pre-sale and launch strategies for new studios within the modality

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in a leadership role within Pilates, fitness, or wellness environments
  • Strong understanding of coaching, class delivery, and member experience
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive results
  • Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and revenue targets
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills
  • Passion for wellness, fitness, and building high-performing teams

Key Performance Indicators (Kpis)

  • Revenue performance across all studios within the modality
  • Membership growth and retention rates
  • Class utilisation and attendance
  • Staff performance, retention, and development
  • Quality and consistency of reporting and communication
  • Member satisfaction and experience standards
  • Successful hiring and probation completion rates

Application Question(S)

  • How many years of leadership experience do you have?
  • Can you give an example of when you managed or oversaw multiple studios or teams at once? How did you ensure consistency in standards, programming, and member experience?
  • How do you personally contribute to revenue growth in a wellness studio (e.g. memberships, retention, upselling services)?
  • Tell me about a time you had to address underperformance in your team. What did you do, and what was the outcome?
  • What systems or routines do you use to stay on top of scheduling, reporting, client touchpoints, and studio operations?
  • Do you have a Pilates Reformer Certification?

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