Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Chris Slaby

Austin

Summary

Dynamic Fitness Director with a proven track record at Invited Clubs, driving annual department revenue growth from $390,000 to $1.1 million in a 5 year span. Experienced in exercise programming, fitness marketing, personal relations, leading teams of over 40 professionals. Adept at financial budgeting, identifying KPIs, managing facility operations , while also focused on providing exceptional member experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fitness Director

Invited Clubs
08.2012 - Current

- Exceeded department financial goals for 5 consecutive years growing fitness department revenue from $390,000 to $1,100,000 from 2020 to 2025.

-Responsible for managing a team of over 40 trainers, group exercise instructors, and operations staff

- Managed facility operations which included front desk staff and inside operations

- Mentored fellow Fitness Directors at other Invited properties through weekly and quarterly meetings

- Program development and implementation for Group Exercise, Yoga, Cycle, Pilates, Small group circuit, and personal training

- Monthly 1 on 1 meetings with Personal trainers to develop business plans to achieve engagement goals

- Weekly payroll responsibilities

- Monthly fitness presentation to new members

- Coordinated with Membership, Member Experience, and Sport Directors to provide special events for membership

Personal Trainer & Cycle Instructor

Invited Clubs
08.2012 - Current
  • Developed personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client goals and needs
  • Set personal engagement goals for fitness assessments, new clients, and revenue
  • Instructed small group classes, group exercise, and cycle classes

Fitness Together

Private Franchise
07.2009 - 03.2011

- Develop programming and implement personal training routines for a diverse clientele.

- Part time position held while attending the University of Central Florida

Strength & Conditioning Coach

University of Central Florida Athletics
06.2008 - 12.2009

- Assisted Head Strength Coaches implement scientifically sound exercise programs for Division 1 athletes

- Worked with Football, Baseball, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, and Rowing athletes

Education

Master of Science - Exercise Physiology

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
06-2012

Bachelor of Science - Sports & Fitness

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
06-2010

Skills

    - Personal relations & management

    - Financial budgeting & tracking KPI's

    - Communication both verbal and writing

    - Technology

    - Exercise programming

    - Marketing

    - Coach, teach , train staff on providing quality member experience

    - Detail oriented and results driven

Certification


-NASM Certified Personal Trainer

-Previous Certifications

  • NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
  • Certified Lifeguard Instructor

Timeline

Fitness Director

Invited Clubs
08.2012 - Current

Personal Trainer & Cycle Instructor

Invited Clubs
08.2012 - Current

Fitness Together

Private Franchise
07.2009 - 03.2011

Strength & Conditioning Coach

University of Central Florida Athletics
06.2008 - 12.2009

Master of Science - Exercise Physiology

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science - Sports & Fitness

University of Central Florida