General Manager Jobs in Woburn, MA

A General Manager in the fitness and recreation industry oversees the day-to-day operations of a fitness facility, sports club, or recreation center. Their responsibilities may include managing staff, developing budgets, creating fitness and wellness programs, maintaining equipment, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring the facility meets health and safety standards. They play a vital role in creating a positive and motivating atmosphere, as well as strategically planning for business growth. They also interact with members, handle complaints, and strive to provide exceptional customer service.

Key skills for a General Manager in this industry include leadership, communication, financial planning, and customer service. They should possess knowledge of fitness trends and the ability to implement engaging fitness programs. Ideally, they should hold a degree in Sports Management, Business, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Club Manager (CCM) or Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, a person might hold roles such as Fitness Instructor, Sports Coach, or Assistant Manager in a fitness or recreational facility.

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General Manager

  • Crunchfitness-fitnessholdings
  • Malden, MA (6 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malden, MA (6 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a potential Club General Manager and ready to leave average in the past? Be a part of one of the greatest growth stories ever told in the fitness industry....

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Danvers, MA (12 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (12 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Job Title: General Manager Reports to: Regional Manager FLSA Status...

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Aquatics Director - Haverhill YMCA

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Haverhill, MA (21 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (21 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Show on map) May 28, 2026 Description Now Hiring: Aquatics Director Are you an experienced leader with a passion for aquatics, safety, and community impact?...

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Aquatics Director

  • YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Woburn, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 4 days ago

Be an active participant of the Association Aquatics Team. Follow all Aquatics Quality and Safety guidelines consistently....

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Aquatics Director

  • YMCA
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 5 days ago

, aquatic fitness classes, private swim lessons, open swim and lap swim scheduling....

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Director of Aquatics & Water Safety - Ma

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (14 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 12 days ago

As our Director of Aquatics & Water Safety, you'll take the lead in shaping a safe, efficient, and welcoming aquatic environment....

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Fitness Director

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Education Bachelor's Degree Sports Fitness required or Bachelor's Degree Cardiopulmonary & Exercise Science required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience...

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Recreational Gymnastics Director - Bever

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Beverly, MA (16 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Beverly, MA (16 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Description Beverly YMCA - Recreational Gymnastics Director Are you passionate about gymnastics and excited to lead programs that inspire youth to grow in confidence, strength, and skill? Do you...

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Summer Day Camp Challenge Course Director - Camp Chickami

  • West Suburban YMCA
  • Wayland, MA (13 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (13 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago

We are hiring for a Summer Day Camp Challenge Course Director at Camp Chickami for the 2026 Summer season! Please apply here if you are interested in joining us for the 2026 summer season. YMCA...

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Andover League

  • LUG Sports
  • North Andover, MA (13 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • North Andover, MA (13 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago

About the Role The General Manager (GM) is the senior operator of the league, responsible for making sure everything runs week in and week out....

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Boston League

  • LUG Sports
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 19 days ago

About the Role The General Manager (GM) is the senior operator of the league, responsible for making sure everything runs week in and week out....

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Summer Camp Manager

  • Arlington Center for the Arts
  • Arlington, MA (4 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (4 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Arlington Center for the Arts 20 Academy Street Arlington, MA 02476 Date Posted: May 07, 2026 Region: Eastern Massachusetts Category: Administrative Type: Seasonal Summer Camp Manager Description:...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Malden, MA (6 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Malden, MA (6 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Fitness Holdings Northeast LLC is looking for an Assistant General Manager! We are a franchise of CRUNCH Fitness. We are headquartered in Greenwich, CT....

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Health Club Manager

  • CoralTree Hospitality
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 26 days ago

Responsibilities Program Management Oversee all fitness programs, including: Group exercise Personal training Nutrition counseling Additional wellness offerings Maintain group exercise schedules, ensuring...

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Gym Manager

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA (18 miles from Woburn, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

help members and guests improve their lives through health and fitness....

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Demographic Data for Woburn, MA

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Woburn, MA

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Woburn, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
Master's Degree
26.5%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.4%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Managers in Woburn, MA
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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