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This is a good first job, job for students, or older folks looking for part time opportunities. The membership benefits and discounts on spa services was one of the most attractive parts of the role for me. The job itself is rarely "high stress", and most days I found myself more on the side of not having enough to do vs. being overwhelmed. You're on your feet the entire shift, but shifts were short enough it wasn't a big problem. A few people on our team had health conditions and management accommodated by allowing them to sit at a stool behind the desk for their shift. 

There is upselling that you'll be expected to do on spa services, membership packages, and food items. The upselling can be especially pushed over the holiday season, but at the time I worked there, there was no quota that was required for front desk people to meet.

There was very little opportunity for advancement in this role. The front desk team members had all worked there without promotion to other areas for quite a while, and most seem to be in the role for the membership perks and other benefits more so than the opportunity to advance. The salary could be more competitive, it was one of the lowest paying jobs I've had. 

The hours were flexible and were always fairly reasonable. It was easy to request time off and most time off requests were honored if staffing was available. 

My coworkers were very nice and generally fun to work with. The managers and membership sales team sometimes came off as a little pretentious, and I experienced them "talking down" to coworkers at the front desk, in the cafe, or in the gym on several occasions. They were very focused on meeting their quotas and sales targets so it sometimes created a more tense dynamic.

All in all, the work is easy, most club members you interact with are very nice, the hours are decent (though not usually full time, or necessarily consistent from week to week), the pay could be more competitive but the gym membership and employee discount on health club services is a nice bonus 

Colorado Athletic Club Denver > Hired as Massage Therapist, job posting and description was misleading. After 2 days was told job requirements were to do Chair massage, during interview it was stated that during down time the Massage Therapist could opt to do chair massage for minimum wage if they wanted to, Professional Massage Therapists who perform chair massage typically are new grads or someone that is new to the area and is attempting to establish themselves and gather clients. This job also required cleaning around the club?!

Colorado Athletic Club Boulder > Went to interview today at this other location, and only made it a few minutes into the interview when I explained my departure from the Denver location, that's when the person interviewing me said well there is a "Bit" of chair massage! They are tap dancing around terms, using "A Bit of" or "Could opt to do if they wanted". 

Shocking part is whomever is hired is the only one doing the chair massage not existing Massage Therapists. It was brought to my attention the company is seriously considering shutting down this part of their business due to lack of interest, and inability to retain Therapists. So the individuals who are doing the interviewing/hiring are "Department Heads" ie other Massage Therapists who aren't that experienced either, and are trying to save their jobs. Interviewer today told me the company has neglected the department..

So before you go know that this is for all intents and purposes a Chair Massage position! Hey if you want a free gym membership and you have another Massage gig then this might be right up your alley, the staff and others are pretty nice over my 2 days.

A typical day at work would include the following: discussing and implementing what the next game/activity for the kids would be and how the game/activity would be executed. Along with games/activities, we also cared for the children's safety and social awareness. We could do multiple games/activities in the morning, followed with lunch and tennis everyday, and ending with pool time. I learned how to handle kids who have difficulties with listening and understanding what is/is not appropriate at certain times. I also learned how to be more patient and let the kids make their own mistakes a couple times till it was needed to step in and let them know what is wrong. My co-workers were very fun to work with. They always wanted the best for the kids and we would all just play and have fun with both the campers and one another. The hardest part of my job was working with the management. The manager of the camp counselors showed favoritism to both the campers and counselors. Certain co-workers, along with myself, felt singled out daily which made it difficult for us to have a relationship with our boss. On the other hand, my most enjoyable part of the job was working with the kids and being able to see them grow. Not only through the task at hand but as a human being. The kids made the days go by so fast and once it was time to say bye to them, it was hard to see them leave.

Not sure how the place is still open because everything is falling apart.  The equipment in all areas is often older than a decade and poorly maintained.  Management has no interest in their staff and seem to just be winging it.  In fact, the main guy can be downright verbally abusive to staff.  Also, staff is underpaid compared to fitness facilities that are 10 minutes away. 

Most of the fitness staff is older and have been there for a decade so they work. Partly because of the deplorable conditions, membership is down and new people aren't joining. Even the locker room showers are falling apart.   So it makes it almost impossible for a new trainer to make a living. An unwritten part of your role is trying to figure out what equipment is actually safe enough for you and clients to use.

Corporate seems to have no interest in making the club better.  At this point, I think the owner is just using it for cash until it dies.  The most enjoyable part of the club are the members many of whom are quite pleasant and caring people.  I think they stay there because they are just used to the place.  

There are much better fitness facilities and studios to work at and make an income.  Plus at other gyms, you will get continuing education and staff that can at least pretend to care.

A typical day at work requires interacting with high-end clientele, greeting them by name and making them feel at home. I check each guest into the club and inform them if their membership status needs attention. I schedule tennis and squash court time, and occasionally schedule massage sessions. I am essentially the receptionist of the club, sorting mail, transferring calls to their appropriate extensions, and being the ace of the club. My coworkers are all friendly, intelligent, good people. The atmosphere of the club is very laid back, which makes the environment feel less like work and more like having guests over to mingle. The hardest part of the job is the pace. I like a faster-paced environment. I also don't feel very challenged in the position. The most enjoyable part of the job is having a place to work out, and working with great people. There are a lot of great networking opportunities at the club as well.  Management is very organized and they run a well oiled machine. They are also very welcoming and encouraging.

When I get up for work I am instantly in a great mood because I know that once I walk throught those sliding glass doors my day is going to be filled with cheerful people telling me about their recent vacations and children graduating schools. It is the best.
Typically I scan people in to enter the club, I take payments and I deal with department directors on a regular basis. We discuss payment methods for certain classes being taught, we consult each other on the best way to handle difficult members and coworkers and we discuss better ways to make the members happier. The hardest part of the job is not knowing how to handle a complaint in a department you don't normally deal with. Not say that it can't be done, it just becomes even more difficult. It is hard for me to pick the best part of my job because I genuinely love my job and everything about what I do. My co-workers are great and love to interact with each other which makes meetings go by that much better and there is more discussed when you all get along.

Corporate only cares about each other, and lining their pockets.  The leadership and vision for the brand is very stale. They do not take input from management level employees, though they enjoy telling themselves they do.  

Our monthly kick off meetings consisted of 20 min highlighting clubs that did well, followed by an hour and a half of each corp passing the video call around, making inside jokes only they know, and saying how great their plans for the future are.  Basically one big self-ego boosting session, and completely waisting our time.  

The only time you ever hear from corp?  Is when your club is struggling.  They will relentlessly call, email, text.  If you're doing well?  Its as if they don't exist.    Total separation between corp & management. They belittle all employees, and treat their members even worse. And if you work in sales? good luck getting your full commission. They will fight you tooth and nail to NOT approve a sale, and ruin your bonus.  BEWARE! 

People are great at this particular location and everyday brings new joys to accompany any down falls. Company needs to focus on updating location rather than spending thousands of dollars per month flying in upper Management for 1 or 2 days for nothing to show for visit. Good old boy network so if you suck but are buddies with the right person you're good otherwise zero room for advancement. Manager turnover is insane due to the overwhelming time in meetings and conference calls rather than being productive. Members are an afterthought so retention is horrible.

I have always loved fitness. I strived to share my love of fitness and pushing our bodies to their limits by becoming a personal trainer. After graduating college I got my training certification and started my work at Wellbridge. I absolutely loved all my management and coworkers. I was able to get along with everyone and knew I could always come to them for advice. In the end I unfortunately had to choose to leave. Even though I loved my job I didn't enjoy how I was required to make a living. My paycheck was based off of commission and sales. I am sadly not a very good salesman. I also didn't enjoy the hours which consisted of being at work from 5am-9am then back again around 4pm-8pm. It is no way to really live my life. The most enjoyable part of my job was when I got to train my clients and could see the changes in their bodies and attitudes.

I love this place; the people, their purpose, the environment and providing such a service. It's an up-scale Health Club which offers a variety of available fitness services. On a typical day I check in members, answer phones, set up our spa, schedule spa appointments and fitness classes, receive payments and I have countless conversations with our club members. Occasionally, we throw and host parties, which are always great times. Overall our management staff is awesome and they each lead by example. We also have a good staff, we all work well together and help each other out. The only downside is the low wages, if the managing corporation paid more, it would be a near perfect place to work. The most enjoyable part is the environment as a whole; the people, including club members and staff alike and the energy.

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Membership representative 1 salary reported	$22.50 per hour

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