Fitness Director

Company: YMCA
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: March 16, 2026

Job Description:

The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth is looking for a cause-driven leader to join the team! Job Description The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth impacts lives every day. We are a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Fitness Director will lead the development of and implementation of high-quality fitness and personal training programs for the Bedford Center YMCA. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality programs combined with the ability to manage the administrative components of programming. Strong organizational and time management skills are necessary to ensure that the participants and families have an exceptional experience at the Y. Responsibilities include supervision of 30-40 employees and training of the program staff along with new and innovative ideas to grow and expand existing programming. The Bedford Center YMCA is both a multi-generational and multi-functional facility located within Generations Park at Boys Ranch and opened on January 2, 2023. The facility includes an indoor pool, outdoor water park with lazy river and splash pad, gymnasium, child care area, walking track, multiple group exercise rooms, three activity rooms and a large event hall. With over 3,500 membership units, the Bedford Center YMCA serves individuals and families through various programs including pickleball, summer day camp, group exercise, Active Older Adult activities, swim lessons, swim team, and more. It is preferred that the candidate lives in the community that the Bedford Center YMCA serves. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. Its who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up everyday. We are cause-driven. We dont just show up, we show up with purpose. As a cause-driven leader you are expected to be: Welcoming - Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants. Nurturing - To care for, support, and help develop through encouragement. Hopeful - Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes. Determined - To devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause. Genuine - To be honest and open in relationships with others. We act with intentionality to connect people to our cause. Join us and help transform lives! Qualifications Education Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent work experience (or currently enrolled in a Bachelors Program). One to two years as a coordinator or supervisor of health and wellness programs. National Personal Training/Group Exercise Certificate Preferred. Example: ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM. Experience & Background High energy, positive, "can-do" attitude, flexibility, teamwork, attention to detail and a high degree of initiative will help this candidate be successful. The ability to direct programs through leading both staff and volunteers, developing and monitoring budgets, developing and marketing programs and bringing enthusiasm and a passion for fundraising. This leader will need the ability to connect and relate with diverse groups of people at all levels of the organization. Essential Functions Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Manage enrollments and registrations, and marketing of programs. Ensure schedules, program logistics and facilities are arranged and all events are organized. Provide leadership to program communication and ensure program quality. Promote programs through schools, participants, churches, and other agencies. Develop and expand fitness programming within the community in accordance with YMCA strategic and operating plans. Cultivate relationships with members and families connecting them to the YMCA. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff including personal trainers, group fitness instructors, and wellness coaches as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Assess group fitness auditions for all positions (personal trainers, group exercise, and wellness coaches). Responsible for wellness schedule, upkeep and communication of the group exercise schedule and the assurance of 100% class coverage by group exercise staff, assuring high quality programming. Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events. Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquires and complaints in a timely manner. May assists with program committee meetings. Complies program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs. Performs all other job duties as assigned. Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies Mission To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Areas of Impact The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include: Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential. Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being. Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities. Required Certifications Compensation & Benefits The YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Woth offers a competitive salary and benefits package for selected candidates. The yearly salary range for this position is $50,000 - $53,000 and will be commensurate with the selected candidates experience. The YMCA provides competitive health, dental, and vision benefits. Long-term disability, a medical and dependent care reimbursement plan, employee assistance plan, free family membership, discounts on Y programs including summer camps, enrichment classes, youth sports, childcare and more! Eligible to enroll in a 403 (b) tax-deferred account at beginning of employment. 12% retirement paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements. Paid time off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service. Training and leadership development opportunities. It is a requirement that the candidate lives in the community the Bedford Center YMCA serves.

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