General Manager Jobs in Virginia

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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Athletic Director Glenvar High School 2025-26

  • Roanoke, VA
  • moments ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • moments ago

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR GLENVAR HIGH SCHOOL 2025-26 Employer Roanoke County Public Schools Location Roanoke, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Roanoke County Public Schools Location Roanoke,...

Assistant General Manager

  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Assistant General Managers also may lead and manage another department such as housekeeping or front desk and will assist the General Manager in all club operations....

Athletic Director

  • Dale City, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dale City, VA
  • 15 hours ago

DEPARTMENT: Operations REPORTS TO: Branch Director POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for planning, directing, supervising and evaluating Club athletic programs to line up with, correspond to and...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources Job Description: A...

Assistant Fitness Director

  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time Schedule and conduct new member orientation, pre-exercise biometrics and goal evaluations Execute exercise programs...

AD, General Manager (GM) / Women's Basketball

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Assistant AD, General Manager (GM) for Women's Basketball oversees daily operations of the Virginia Tech Womens Basketball organization, helping to execute program goals while upholding...

Athletic Director

  • Mineral, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mineral, VA
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director Louisa County Public Schools Louisa County High School - Mineral, Virginia This job is also posted in Louisa County School District Job Details Job ID:5098687 Application...

Assistant Spa Manager Sales

  • Henrico, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Henrico, VA
  • 4 days ago

Prepares any incident or accident reports and forwards them to the General Manager and Arch Amenities Group corporate office. Reviews weekly reports for retail and services....

Fitness Manager

  • Highland Springs, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Highland Springs, VA
  • 5 days ago

employees physical, spiritual, and emotionally by supervising and attending to their fitness needs in a friendly, polite, and professional manner Evaluate, correct and instruct residents on proper exercise...

Athletic Director

  • Lexington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 5 days ago

Athletic Director Job Title: Athletic Director Salary Scale: Assistant Principal Scale Salary Range: Work Days: 255 Reports To: School Principal FLSA Status: Exempt (Professional Staff Position)...

Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Athletic Training

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 6 days ago

Position TypeFullTime Type of RecruitmentGeneral Public Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Care Administration, or related...

Athletic Director - Middle School

  • Toano, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Toano, VA
  • 6 days ago

Oversees and manages the school's athletic programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting student participation. Responsibilities include scheduling games and practices, hiring and...

Group Fitness Manager

  • Midlothian, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 10 days ago

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION The Group Fitness Manager (GFM) is responsible for the successful operation of the Group Fitness Department. The GFM is held accountable for hiring, training,...

Fitness Manager - Richmond (Midlothian)

  • Midlothian, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 10 days ago

Gold's Gym provides personalized attention, professional instruction, and exercise programming to each member to maximize their health, fitness, and wellness goals while providing the highest level...

Fitness Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago

Gold's Gym provides personalized attention, professional instruction, and exercise programming to each member to maximize their health, fitness, and wellness goals while providing the highest level...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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