Centre Manager (Fitness Centre}

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Name
Joseph A. Italiano
Age
Old enough young to not stop learning.
Job Title
Centre Manager (Fitness Centre)
Job Description
My duties are organising staff, employing writing rosters for aerobics, Gym and reception. I do sales as well as reception work. In the gym I do fitness assessments and design programs. I also organize in-house squash competition. I instruct school groups in gym and squash classes.
Hours (per week)
50 to 60 hrs per week.
What was your first job?
I was a plumber.
What inspired you to choose this particular career?
My family built the squash fitness centre and I just fell into it.
What qualifications are needed to work in this field?
You need to complete a Vicfit gym and or aerobics instructor course or Human movement Degree.
What are the best aspects about your job?
Meeting new and interesting people. Seeing someone lose the weight that they have wanted to or increase their muscle size and strength. Helping rehabilitation cases like workcover or car accident victims get themselves back to better health and shape.
What are the worst aspects?
The hours.
How many years' experience do you have in this field?
20 yrs experience.
Are there many employment opportunities?
The best way to start is to work part time in the industry and go from there.