Tennis Director - Growth Expert
Louisiana, USA (On-site)
$90K/yr – $120K/yrFull time
Posted 3 months ago
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Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Tennis Director – Growth Leader
Genesis Health Clubs – Pelican Athletic Club
Genesis Health Clubs – Pelican Athletic Club
Genesis Health Clubs, recognized as one of the top six tennis companies in the United States, is seeking a high-level Tennis Director to lead our Genesis Health Clubs- Pelican Athletic Club location in Mandeville (New Orleans- LA) . This premier facility includes 4 Outdoor Clay courts, 10 outdoor hard courts, and 3 outdoor pickleball courts.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a growth leadership opportunity.
The Standard: Growth is the Scoreboard
Success in this role is measured by:
Success in this role is measured by:
- Revenue growth
- Participation growth
- Court utilization
- Programming volume
- Profitability
- Staff development
We are looking for a leader who wants to be measured by results.
The Role
The Tennis Director is responsible for building a complete, high-energy racquets business operating seven days a week. This includes:
The Tennis Director is responsible for building a complete, high-energy racquets business operating seven days a week. This includes:
- Developing and executing innovative programming for juniors, adults, and high-performance players
- Driving lesson volume, leagues, events, and court utilization
- Hiring, training, and leading a team of 10+ professionals
- Managing financial performance, payroll, and profitability
- Leading marketing and promotional efforts
- Creating a strong culture for members and staff
This role requires early mornings, evenings, and weekends, with a focus on consistent, structured programming and full court usage.
What Success Looks Like
- Year-over-year revenue and participation growth
- Expanded tennis and pickleball programming
- Strong junior development pipeline
- High court utilization and lesson volume
- A motivated, high-performing team
We are not looking for someone to manage a club. We are looking for someone to build and grow a business.
Leadership Expectations
- Proven ability to hire, develop, and retain top talent
- Strong communication and professional presence
- Ability to create demand through promotion and programming
- High accountability and execution standards
- Ownership of results and performance
Core Responsibilities
- Develop and execute racquets programming across all demographics
- Lead tournaments, leagues, clinics, camps, and events
- Drive revenue and profitability growth
- Manage budgets and financial performance
- Maintain high facility standards
- Lead marketing and community engagement efforts
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of leadership experience in tennis or racquets management
- USPTA and/or PTR certification
- Pickleball certification preferred
- Demonstrated success in measurable business growth
- Strong operational and financial understanding
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital marketing tools
- College degree preferred
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based incentives tied to growth
- Health, dental, and retirement benefits
- High-performance, growth-oriented environment
Why Genesis
Genesis Health Clubs operates over 80+ clubs with more than 360courts and 260 professionals. This position offers the opportunity to grow within one of the fastest-growing racquets organizations in the country and to be rewarded based on performance.
Genesis Health Clubs operates over 80+ clubs with more than 360courts and 260 professionals. This position offers the opportunity to grow within one of the fastest-growing racquets organizations in the country and to be rewarded based on performance.
Application Process
Submit your resume and cover letter to:
Mike Woody, Vice President / National Tennis Director
woody@genesishealthclubs.com
Submit your resume and cover letter to:
Mike Woody, Vice President / National Tennis Director
woody@genesishealthclubs.com
Your application should include:
- Revenue growth you have driven
- Participation increases
- Staff you have developed
- Programs you have built
- Measurable results
Qualified candidates will move through an interview process that includes an initial call, formal interview, and on-site evaluation.
Genesis Health Clubs
Genesis Health Clubs, a leader in the fitness industry, is the largest privately held health club enterprise in the country and encourages people of all ages to live a better life through physical fitness and sports. Based in Wichita, Kansas, Genesis owns 70 health clubs in eleven states and continues expanding rapidly. Genesis offers results-based personal training, innovative group fitness classes, and state-of-the-art equipment. Many locations also offer tennis and aquatics.
