Working as a leisure centre manager puts you at the heart of the fitness industry, ensuring that a facility is properly run to meet the health and fitness needs of the local population.
There are a variety of positions for leisure centre managers, from health clubs to swimming pools, high end fitness suites to outdoor sports facilities such as dry ski-runs.
The duties of a leisure centre manager vary widely, but will typically include:
Planning activities
Recruiting and managing staff
Financial responsibilities
Health and safety
There are two main routes to this job:
Starting as an assistant or trainee, while working towards professional qualifications
Complete a foundation degree, BTEC HND or degree in an area such as sports management, leisure studies, sports science, or recreation management.
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