District Manager

District Manager

Location: CA District - San Jose area

Reports to: COO

About Somersault

Somersault Operating Inc., the largest franchisee of The Little Gym, proudly operates 30 gyms across 8 states. With a vision to be the world’s leading youth enrichment franchisee, we develop exceptional leaders through top-tier training, mentorship, and career growth. Our mission is to nurture children’s physical, mental, and social development by combining The Little Gym’s renowned curriculum with passionate instructors who bring energy, creativity, and heart—creating a magical space where learning, laughter, and confidence grow together. We seek leaders who actively pursue growth, both personally and professionally, and we’re committed to supporting that evolution.

About the Role

As a District Manager, you lead with purpose, people-first energy, and a strategic eye. You’ll inspire and support 6–12 gyms within your district, guiding Gym Directors and Program Directors to consistently deliver outstanding member experiences, achieve financial targets, and build thriving teams.

Your presence in the gyms matters. You will spend several days each week visiting locations, connecting with teams, observing classes, and supporting your Directors in real time. You will bring clarity, positivity, and a strategic mindset to everything from enrollment and retention to labor management and member experience.

Above all, you help create an environment where leaders feel supported, kids feel celebrated, and families feel connected to something truly special.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and mentor Gym Directors and Program Directors to build strong, engaged, high-performing teams that exhibit ownership of their location.

Create a collaborative, uplifting culture across your district where leaders feel supported, challenged, and inspired.

Provide ongoing training, feedback, and development to help each leader grow into the strongest version of themselves.

Encourage accountability, ownership, and communication across all gyms.

District Operations & Performance

Oversee daily operations across 6–12 gyms, ensuring each delivers an exceptional program, safe environment, and warm family experience.

Partner with Gym Directors to maintain operational excellence, brand consistency, and adherence to Somersault processes.

Be present in the gyms at least 3 days per week, visiting locations based on business need, performance, and support priorities. This is not a remote position and presence in the gyms will vary week to week.

Step in to assist with in-gym needs when necessary, including teaching classes or covering callouts during emergency staffing gaps.

Strategic Planning & KPI Management

Understand and manage key district KPIs, guiding each gym toward achieving targets for:

Revenue growth

Enrollment & retention

Labor percentage of revenue

Conversion rates

EBITDA and profitability

Hold weekly Touch Bases with each Gym Director to review performance, opportunities, and growth plans.

Use data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and translate them into clear, actionable strategies.

Actively share best practices and partner with other District Managers to support Somersault's growth as a whole.

Sales, Marketing, & Customer Experience

Ensure every gym maintains exceptional hospitality standards and family engagement.

Support Gym Directors in building strong community relationships and driving enrollment.

Partner on local marketing efforts, sales coaching, and pipeline development.

People & Culture

Support recruiting, selecting, and developing leadership talent within your district.

Foster a consistent Somersault culture rooted in growth, ownership, warmth, and fun.

Champion communication and collaboration across your gyms and with Somersault’s Executive Team.

You’d Thrive in This Role If…

You love lifting others up and watching leaders grow under your guidance.

You’re energized by visiting gyms, building relationships, and being hands-on.

You connect naturally with people—kids, parents, and teammates alike.

You’re equal parts coach, strategist, and operator.

You see challenges as opportunities to create solutions.

You love building businesses that make a real impact on families and communities.

You are ready to take the next step after excelling as a Gym Director.

Qualifications

2+ years of leadership experience in a multi-unit, fitness, youth enrichment, hospitality, retail, or service-based environment; experience as a Gym Director or equivalent leadership role strongly preferred

Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop managers and teams toward strong performance and engagement

Strong understanding of business operations, including revenue growth, enrollment, retention, labor management, and profitability

Comfortable using KPIs and business data to identify trends, solve problems, and create actionable plans

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to connect with team members, families, and community partners

Highly organized and able to manage multiple locations, priorities, and competing business needs

Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to spend significant time in gyms supporting teams and stepping in when needed

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Passion for working with children and creating positive experiences for families

Ability to travel between locations within the district at least 3 days per week

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of an active gym environment, including standing for extended periods and occasionally lifting up to 50–60 pounds

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but equivalent leadership experience will be considered

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance based quarterly bonus

Flexible Paid Time Off

Mileage reimbursement for travel days

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Long-term disability and 401(k)

Paid sick time, and company holidays

Ongoing leadership training and development

Opportunities for growth within Somersault

Employee discounts and a seriously fun work environment

All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.