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Fitness First
(120 reviews)
Company Profile
Company overview
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Industry
Sports & Fitness
Specialities
Health and wellbeing, Personal Training, Group fitness
Company size
1,001-5,000
Primary location
Operates in Sydney and Melbourne
A globally recognised leader in the fitness sector, Fitness First currently operates 51 Australian clubs across New South Wales and Victoria. We believe that fitness inspires people to excel - it takes courage, determination, and dedication. Working with Fitness First is more than just a paying job. It's the start of a career that will allow you to empower thousands to put themselves First and lead fearless and extraordinary lives.As an employer, we are on a mission to uncover exceptional talent and nurture, develop and celebrate our employees.We are proud to be part of Fitness and Lifestyle Group (FLG). ANZ's largest diversified fitness company.
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Our mission statement
WHEN YOU LOVE WHAT YOU DO, IT SHOWSWhat’s life at Fitness First like? We’re energetic, driven and bursting with passion for what we do. It’s not all just about working out, though.
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Reviews overview
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What’s it like working at Fitness First?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees at Fitness First appreciate the flexibility in their work schedules, allowing for a better work/life balance. They enjoy being part of a passionate community focused on health and fitness, and value the interactions with friendly members. Benefits such as free gym memberships and opportunities to train during breaks are also seen as positives. Additionally, there is a sense of teamwork and camaraderie among colleagues.
However, some potential challenges have been identified, including poor management practices with a lack of leadership, accountability, and support. There is also a perception that the company places a strong emphasis on sales targets and numbers, which can conflict with the fitness-focused mindset. Certain locations may have outdated facilities or limited resources, impacting the overall member experience. Employees have also noted heavy workloads and high expectations, particularly in sales-related roles, which can be challenging to manage.
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Recent reviews
1.0
Personal Trainer
Jan 2025Darlinghurst NSW 2010
I wouldn’t recommend fitness first to any personal trainer to conduct their business in
The good thingsHaving the ability to set your own hours.
The challengesThe staff, poor facilities, lack of leadership
3.0
Membership Sales Consultant
Sep 2023Gosford & Central Coast NSWLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
Great for a few months as a casual/ part time to set your toes in the fitness field. But have a plan, and don’t plan on remaining.
The good thingsGood environment for someone with a health and fitness mindset.
Nice people with similar interests assuming you’re into said mindset.
Big company.
Members are usually very lovely.
The challengesBig company leading to poor management where no one has any power to make necessary changes.
This leading to a very sterile draining environment for people with passion and drive.
‘Membership consultant’ roles are more geared towards numbers and less about people.
Sales role more akin to car sales. (Not a bad thing for some personalities). But conflicts with the core of health and fitness.
Smaller and very friendly Receptionists left with the job to clean gym and heavy weights whilst sales are constantly babied to gather leads with no personal autonomy.
Very micro managed.
4.0
GFI
Feb 2023Great work environment, but more difficult for GFIs and management since covid.
The good thingsWork Hour flexibility
Very high job satisfaction when teaching classes
The challengesTravel/work hour balance
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