RTR Pilates is the DMV’s gold standard for contemporary reformer Pilates, and we are officially bringing our premier boutique experience to the Philadelphia area! We are looking for a high-energy, sales-driven Founding Studio Manager to lead our market entry and build our Philly community from the ground up.
This isn’t just a management job—it’s a career launchpad. We are looking for a high-performer ready to prove their leadership during our “Founding Phase” and transition into a General Manager role overseeing total studio operations and future growth.
The Mission
Your primary objective is to generate local momentum and hit aggressive membership targets before our Grand Opening in early August. You will be the face of RTR in Philadelphia, acting as the local lead and reporting directly to the Regional Manager.
Phase 1: The Build (Now – August)
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The First Voice: Complete intensive training in DC to become the lead Founding Instructor for the Philly market.
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Presales & Revenue: Execute the “Founding Member” sales strategy, managing the full funnel from lead capture to conversion.
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Grassroots Marketing: Host pop-up events, secure local partnerships (cafes, wellness centers), and lead street-team efforts to build a massive waitlist.
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Operational Readiness: Act as the on-site liaison for studio build-out, ensuring the space is “RTR Brand Ready” for opening day.
Phase 2: The Run (August & Beyond)
Once the doors open, you will transition into scaling the business:
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Drive Revenue: Set and execute monthly sales targets and audit the sales funnel to resolve drop-offs.
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Operational Excellence: Conduct facility audits, manage scheduling for profitability, and ensure brand consistency.
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Client Experience: Maintain a regular presence in-studio to set the instruction standard, evaluate instructor performance, and lead member retention strategies.
Who You Are
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The “Builder” Mindset: You are a self-starter who thrives in a “startup” environment. You don’t wait for instructions; you find opportunities.
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Sales Grit: You have a proven track record of hitting quotas and are comfortable “pounding the pavement” to find new members.
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Local Expert: You know Philadelphia inside and out. You know where our target clients hang out and how to connect with them.
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Resilient & Adaptable: You can handle the pivots and challenges that come with new construction and market entry.
Requirements
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Travel: Ability to travel to the DC/DMV area for 2–4 weeks of intensive initial training.
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Flexibility: A “whatever it takes” schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and evening community events.
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Experience: Fitness experience is preferred; you will be trained to teach our signature RTR-style reformer Pilates.
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Clearance: Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Compensation & Benefits
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Base Salary: $42,000 – $48,000 (through August/Opening).
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Class Compensation: $40 – $50 per class (based on experience and training).
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Launch Bonus: Commission structure tied directly to presale performance and grand opening targets.
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Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401K; 11 days PTO + 8 Holidays.
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Growth Path: Clear trajectory to General Manager ($72K+ base) contingent upon a 90-day performance review and hitting key metrics.
Ready to build the next great fitness community in Philly? Apply below!