General Manager Jobs in New York, NY

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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Day Camp Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Director at the Travers Island property located...

Day Camp Health Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Health Director at the Travers Island property...

Day Camp Aquatic Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Aquatics Director at the Travers Island property...

Athletic Director and Supervisor of Health and Physical Education

  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Position Type: Administration/Director of Athletics Date Posted: 4/28/2025 Location: Summit High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Athletic Director & Supervisor of Health and...

Group Fitness Manager

  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Submit payroll information to the general manager/franchise owner in accordance with the club payroll schedule....

Aquatics Supervisor (Seasonal)

  • New York, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 21 hours ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Spa Manager

  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: At Hand and Stone, opportunity knocks. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa in Wayne! We are growing rapidly and have become an addition to an already...

Spa Manager, New York City

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description OUR STORY Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Assistant General Manager

  • Sunnyside, NY (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyside, NY (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is a non-exempt position....

General Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

The General Manager will manage all profit and loss statements and make decisions that will positively impact the business....

Fitness Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with District Fitness Manager (DFM)/General Manager (GM)/Assistant General Manager (AGM) for PT Sales driving and complementary clinics....

MASTER PROFILE: Gym Manager

  • Elmsford, NY (23 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (23 miles from New York, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Anytime Fitness is considered to be a premier place to work within the industry, where our mission is to help you Get to a Healthier Place! We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a...

General Manager - Performance

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

The Position | We are seeking a General Manager of Golf. The General Manager of Golf is the caretaker of every guest's golf journey....

Fitness Manager

  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 days ago

We Empower the Fighting Spirit in You! We Offer Compensation package: Competitive base salary plus bonus. Comprehensive health benefits: Full coverage for medical, dental, and vision. Generous...

Sales Director, Sports, Southeast

  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

Description A fantastic opportunity now exists to join the LiveU Sports Team! Due to tremendous growth of the company, we are searching for a hard-working, driven candidate to join our already...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in New York, NY

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in New York, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 New York, NY
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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