Pilates Studio Assistant Manager - Team & Sales Leader
Ankeny
Pilates Studio Assistant Manager - Team & Sales Leader
Full Time • Ankeny
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Assistant Studio Manager | Team & Sales Leader
Build a Career. Lead an Incredible Team. Make an Impact Every Day.
At BODYBAR Pilates, we believe we're in the people business first.
Every day, we have the opportunity to help our members feel stronger, more confident, and more empowered - and that starts with building an exceptional team.
We're looking for an inspiring leader who loves developing people, driving results, and creating an experience that members can't wait to come back to. If you're passionate about sales, leadership, community, and making a real impact, this is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of the fastest-growing boutique fitness brands in the country.
Whether you're coaching your team to exceed goals, welcoming a first-time member, celebrating a studio milestone, or building relationships in the community, you'll play a key role in shaping the culture and success of our studio every single day.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Complimentary BODYBAR Pilates classes
- Competitive pay plus performance-based bonuses
- Clear opportunities for career growth and leadership development
- Employee discounts on BODYBAR apparel
- Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
- A positive, supportive team that celebrates wins together and genuinely enjoys coming to work
About BODYBAR Pilates
BODYBAR Pilates is a rapidly growing boutique fitness franchise dedicated to helping people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives through our signature BODYBAR Method. Our classes combine strength, precision, and intentional movement in a welcoming environment where every member feels seen, supported, and challenged.
Everything we do is rooted in our core value of CHEER - bringing positivity, encouragement, and purpose to every interaction. Whether we're celebrating a member's first class or their hundredth, we believe people should leave our studios feeling stronger than when they walked in.
Our Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who leads with both heart and ambition.
You're the kind of person who naturally builds relationships, earns trust, and believes that great leadership is about helping others succeed. You love coaching people, celebrating wins, and creating an environment where your team can thrive.
At the same time, you're driven by results. You enjoy setting goals, solving problems, and finding opportunities to grow the business. You understand that exceptional member experiences and strong sales go hand in hand, and you're excited by the challenge of building both.
You're energized by a fast-paced environment where every day is different. One moment you're coaching a team member, the next you're welcoming a prospective member, brainstorming a community partnership, or celebrating someone's fitness journey.
Most importantly, you genuinely care about people. You understand that the culture you create for your team is the same culture your members experience every time they walk through our doors.
If you're looking for more than your next job - if you're looking to build a career, make an impact, and grow with a company that believes in developing leaders - we'd love to meet you.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role isn't measured only by numbers - it's measured by the people you inspire and the community you help create.
When you're successful:
- Your team feels supported, challenged, and excited to come to work.
- Members know your name, feel welcomed, and can't wait to return.
- Your studio consistently meets or exceeds membership and revenue goals.
- Sales conversations feel authentic because they're rooted in building relationships and helping people find the right fit.
- Your team is growing, improving, and celebrating wins together.
- Community partners know and trust BODYBAR because of the relationships you've built.
- Every person who walks through the doors experiences the warmth, professionalism, and energy that define our brand.
What You'll Do
Lead an Exceptional Team
- Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing sales team.
- Foster a culture built on positivity, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional service.
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and encouragement to help your team grow professionally.
- Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm.
Drive Studio Growth
- Lead the BODYBAR sales process and consistently achieve monthly membership and revenue goals.
- Coach your team on effective sales techniques, follow-up strategies, and member retention.
- Build relationships with prospective and current members to create lifelong loyalty.
- Monitor studio performance and identify opportunities for continued growth.
Build Community
- Create meaningful relationships with members that extend beyond the workout.
- Develop local partnerships and participate in networking and community events.
- Generate referrals by creating an experience people naturally want to share.
- Represent the BODYBAR brand with professionalism and enthusiasm both inside and outside the studio.
Deliver an Exceptional Member Experience
- Welcome members and guests with warmth, energy, and genuine hospitality.
- Support members throughout their fitness journey and celebrate their milestones.
- Help create a studio culture where every person feels seen, encouraged, and empowered.
Maintain Operational Excellence
- Ensure the studio is clean, organized, and consistently reflects the BODYBAR brand.
- Oversee retail merchandising and inventory.
- Manage administrative systems, studio supplies, and operational tasks efficiently.
- Help maintain a seamless experience for both members and team members.
What You'll Bring
- 1+ years of leadership or management experience.
- 3+ years of success in retail, hospitality, fitness, or service-based sales.
- A proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
- Experience coaching others to achieve high performance.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Confidence making decisions and holding yourself and others accountable.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine passion for helping people.
- Comfort learning new technology and business systems.
- Reliability, professionalism, and a desire to continuously grow.
Our Core Values
Everything we do starts with one simple belief:
People come first.
Our members are the heart of our business, and our team is what makes the magic happen. We believe that when we invest in our people, build meaningful relationships, and lead with authenticity, business growth naturally follows.
We're looking for leaders who are:
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People-first focused- You genuinely care about helping others succeed.
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Growth-minded - You're always learning and looking for ways to improve.
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Accountable - You lead by example and hold yourself and others to a high standard.
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Positive - You bring energy, encouragement, and optimism to every interaction.
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Community-focused - You love building relationships and creating a place where people belong.
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Results-driven - You understand that outstanding member experiences create outstanding business results.
At BODYBAR Pilates, we're not just building successful studios - we're building leaders, strengthening communities, and helping people become stronger from the inside out.
If you're ready to grow your career while making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
WELCOME TO THE BAR!
BODYBAR Pilates is building a community of people who love, respect, encourage, and motivate one another to be strong, healthy, and happy human beings. We’ve innovated on proven Pilates principles to create fiercely effective workouts. Our goal is to inspire and transform our members, which is made possible by the incredible employees at each of our locations. Interested in joining us?
We're always looking for passionate job candidates who are dedicated to health and wellness. Whether you're interested in growing your fitness instructor career, becoming a studio manager, or developing a fitness manager career, we'd love to hear from you! We’re also on the lookout for sales associates. Check out our Pilates studio jobs to get started. We can’t wait to meet you!
BODYBAR Pilates is a boutique fitness franchise. Each location is independently owned and may have varying perks, compensation, and employment requirements. Contact the location you are applying to directly for specific employment questions.
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Flexible Scheduling
Competitive Pay
Bonus Opportunities
Free Pilates Classes
BODYBAR Apparel Discounts