Gym Manager - West Wood Club, Clontarf, Dublin 3

Ready to Lead One of the Most Successful Gyms in the World?

West Wood Club Clontarf is not an average gym.

It is widely regarded as one of the most successful health clubs in the world.

With 13,000 members, this is a high-volume, high-energy, results-driven fitness environment where standards matter and where leadership on the gym floor makes a real difference.

This is a busy, busy, busy club. If you don’t love that — this role is not for you.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an exceptional Gym Manager to lead the fitness floor and take full responsibility for delivering an outstanding experience to every member.

You will lead a large staff of:

• personal trainers

• fitness instructors

• group fitness instructors

You will report directly to the Club General Manager, playing a key leadership role in the overall performance of one of the busiest health clubs in Ireland.

This role requires confidence, presence, and leadership.

The Reality of This Role

This is not a quiet management position.

This is a frontline leadership role in a club where:

• 85% of members use the gym

• 81% join to achieve results (get fit, lose weight, build strength, tone up)

• 69% of new members are beginners or inexperienced

• 37% attend fitness classes

That tells you everything.

Your job is to build an environment where:

• beginners feel comfortable

• regular members stay engaged

• results are consistently delivered

• standards never drop

Your Mission

Deliver the best gym experience in Ireland — every single day.

You will do this by:

• leading from the front on the gym floor

• developing and mentoring fitness professionals

• ensuring every member gets the support they need

• maintaining elite standards in service and coaching

Key Responsibilities

Lead a High-Performance Fitness Staff

You will lead, mentor, and develop a large staff of fitness professionals.

Your goal is clear: build one of the best-trained fitness staffs in the industry.

You will:

• recruit, train, and develop personal trainers and instructors

• deliver continuous staff training and mentoring

• drive standards in coaching, communication, and professionalism

• build a culture of accountability and excellence

Deliver Results for 13,000 Members

This is a results-driven club.

Members expect progress.

You will ensure:

• members receive expert guidance and support

• beginners are introduced to the gym in a structured, supportive way

• fitness staff actively engage and coach members

• Our FREE 6-Day Personal Training Plan is delivered to a high standard

Own the Gym Floor Experience

You are not an office manager.

You are a gym floor leader.

You will:

• spend your time on the floor, not behind a desk

• engage with members continuously

• support and coach your staff in real time

• ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and organisation

Members should feel the difference the moment they walk in.

Lead Group Fitness and New Studio Experience

We are currently undergoing a multi-million-euro upgrade, including the addition of new world-class fitness studios.

You will play a key role in:

• delivering exceptional group fitness experiences

• managing class standards and instructor performance

• ensuring members fully engage with new studio offerings

• maintaining excellence across all Les Mills programmes

The Person We Are Looking For

This role requires a strong, confident leader.

You are someone who:

• loves being on the gym floor

• thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• has the presence to lead a large staff

• is passionate about helping people get real results

• is obsessed with delivering exceptional customer service

• stays calm and in control under pressure

You don’t want a 9–5 job. You want to be where the action is.

Essential Mindset

You understand something most people in fitness miss:

• most members are beginners

• many feel intimidated

• many don’t know what to do

You know how to:

• simplify fitness

• build confidence in members

• create an environment where people feel comfortable and supported

You can balance:

• member needs

• staff development

• business performance

Why This Role Matters

Few roles in the industry offer this level of:

• scale

• responsibility

• impact

You will:

• lead one of the busiest gyms in Ireland

• shape the experience of 13,000 members

• develop a large staff of fitness professionals

• play a key role in a major club upgrade

For the right person, this is a serious career opportunity.

Ready to Step Up?

If you’re ready to step up into a senior leadership role and take responsibility for a high-performance gym environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply

Send your updated CV to:

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