RAUL LOPEZ V
San Antonio
Summary
- High-impact fitness and operations leader with 10+ years of progressive experience in health club management, team development, revenue growth, and performance optimization. Awarded Gold's Gym Fitness Manager of the Year (2019) And currently serving as General Manager overseeing full-club operations, P&L; performance, staff leadership, and strategic business initiatives. Proven ability to elevate member satisfaction, drive sales, and scale operational excellence. Committed to building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional organizational results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Gold's Gym
San Antonio
01.2022 - Current
- Lead full operational oversight for a high-volume fitness facility, including staffing, financial performance, payroll, budgeting, and member satisfaction.
- Drive significant increases in membership revenue, PT sales production, and overall club profitability through strategic planning and staff optimization.
- Recruit, train, and mentor fitness managers, sales teams, and trainers to maximize productivity and service quality.
- Implement retention-focused programs and elevate operational standards across safety, cleanliness, and member experience.
Personal Trainer / Fitness Specialist
Gold's Gym
San Antonio
01.2014 - Current
- Designed customized training programs focusing on injury prevention, athletic performance, and client transformation.
- Conducted assessments, tracked progress, and ensured proper exercise execution.
Fitness Manager I
Gold's Gym
San Antonio
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Awarded Fitness Manager of the Year - 2019 for exceptional leadership, revenue growth, and PT team performance.
- Managed personal training department, improving sales conversion, client satisfaction, and program quality.
- Developed staff competencies through education, coaching, and performance metrics.
Store Manager
Finish Line
San Antonio
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Directed store operations, inventory control, staff scheduling, and sales performance.
Manager in Training
Finish Line
San Antonio
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported daily store functions, trained associates, and executed merchandising and loss prevention strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology - Exercise Science
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San AntonioSkills
- Club Operations Management
- Revenue Growth & Sales Leadership
- Staff Training & Development
- Performance Management
- Member Retention Strategies
- Injury Prevention & Program Design
- Budgeting & P&L; Oversight
- Client Engagement Excellence
- Risk Reduction & Safety Compliance
- Inventory control
Certification
National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Personal Trainer
Timeline
General Manager
Gold's Gym
01.2022 - Current
Fitness Manager I
Gold's Gym
01.2018 - 01.2022
Store Manager
Finish Line
01.2018 - 12.2018
Manager in Training
Finish Line
01.2017 - 01.2018
Personal Trainer / Fitness Specialist
Gold's Gym
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology - Exercise Science
The University of Texas at San Antonio