Personal Trainer
Description

Job Summary

As a Personal Trainer is responsible for managing and motivating a client, driving personal training revenue, and delivering exceptional client experience. This role involves administering fitness assessments, building customized workout plans, supporting sales efforts, and promoting a positive and inclusive fitness culture. A Personal Trainer plays a key role in ensuring members achieve their health goals while helping the club reach its business targets.


Key Responsibilities

Personal Trainer

  • Lead, manage, and motivate members to achieve fitness and health goals.
  • Administer fitness assessments to help members identify and reach their goals.
  • Monitor and assist client to ensure proper form and technique during workouts.
  • Develop individualized training programs for members based on personal fitness goals.
  • Drive personal training product integration into the club’s sales process.

Member Engagement & Support

  • Create and maintain a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all members, guests, and staff.
  • Conduct facility tours and sign up new members.
  • Address member concerns and questions professionally and promptly.
  • Offer continuous support to members throughout their fitness journey.

Club Operations & Cleanliness

  • Ensure the club remains clean, safe, and organized.
  • Report and respond to any safety issues or maintenance concerns.
  • Support club events to promote fitness awareness and member engagement.

Sales & Community Outreach

  • Support marketing efforts by helping with events and initiatives to attract new members.
  • Promote personal training packages and orientation sessions to maximize participation.
  • Contribute to the club’s overall sales goals through personal training and fitness consultations.

Other Duties

  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support the success of the broader business objectives.
Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Experience working in the fitness industry or in personal training roles preferred
  • Sales experience is a plus
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Skills and Competencies

Customer Service

  • Superior interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to create a positive experience for members and guests

Leadership & Motivation

  • Strong leadership and motivational skills to guide other trainers
  • Ability to take initiative and lead by example

Fitness Expertise

  • Solid knowledge of exercise programming, anatomy, and safe training techniques
  • Experience working with clients of various fitness levels and goals

Sales & Problem Solving

  • Ability to integrate training services into club sales and promotions
  • Strong problem-resolution and decision-making abilities

Operational Awareness

  • Understanding of fitness center operations, safety standards, and cleanliness expectations
  • Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, POS systems)

Certifications Required

Required: 

  • Personal Trainer Certification from a nationally recognized organization required (e.g., NASM, ACE, NESTA, ISSA, NPTI, NSCA, NATA, or Cooper Institute)
  • CPR & First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 60 days)

Preferred:

  • Group Fitness Certification
  • Additional fitness or wellness-related certifications (e.g., nutrition, corrective exercise)