Job description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated, knowledgeable, and dynamic Personal Trainer to join our growing team of fitness professionals. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals improve their physical health and overall well-being through personalized training programs. This role requires a results-driven trainer who can inspire, educate, and empower clients of all fitness levels, while maintaining a professional and client-centric approach.
The Personal Trainer will play a critical role in promoting health, fitness, and active living within the facility and will be responsible for delivering exceptional one-on-one training, small group sessions, and contributing to a positive, high-energy gym environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Coaching & Program Development
- Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments and consultations for new clients
- Design and implement individualized training programs based on client goals, fitness levels, and health conditions
- Provide safe, effective, and progressive workouts that focus on strength, endurance, flexibility, mobility, and functionality
- Deliver high-quality one-on-one and small group training sessions
- Monitor client progress, adjust programs accordingly, and provide consistent feedback and encouragement
Education & Client Engagement
- Educate clients on proper form, technique, and the importance of recovery and nutrition
- Offer advice on general health, wellness, injury prevention, and lifestyle improvement
- Maintain high levels of client motivation and accountability
- Build strong, lasting relationships with clients based on trust, results, and service excellence
Operational & Administrative
- Maintain accurate client records, including assessments, workouts, and progress tracking
- Ensure gym floor safety by following all health and safety guidelines
- Assist in the upkeep of training areas and equipment
- Contribute to marketing efforts by participating in content creation, social media, or wellness campaigns if needed
- Support business growth by promoting personal training services and engaging with gym members.
Qualifications & Certifications:
- Certified Personal Trainer from a recognized body (e.g., NASM, ACE, ISSA, ACSM, NSCA, REPs Level 3 or equivalent)
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, or related field (preferred but not required)
- Minimum 1–3 years of personal training experience in a fitness facility or wellness environment
- Proven track record of client retention, results delivery, and customer satisfaction.
Desired Skills:
- Deep knowledge of anatomy, physiology, functional training, and program periodization
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and motivational abilities
- Time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- High level of professionalism, reliability, and integrity
- Tech-savvy with experience using fitness apps or scheduling/CRM software
- Energetic, approachable, and enthusiastic about fitness
Skills
Technical & Scientific Skills-
- Knowledge of exercise physiology
- Anatomy and biomechanics understanding
- Nutrition fundamentals for general health and fat loss
- Program design (strength, hypertrophy, endurance, mobility)
- Functional training techniques
- Corrective exercise application
- Injury prevention and post-rehab training
- Cardiovascular conditioning principles
- Kinetic chain assessments (e.g., movement screens)
- Flexibility and mobility protocols (e.g., PNF, dynamic warm-ups)
- Resistance training systems (e.g., supersets, pyramids, tempo training)
- Exercise modification for special populations (e.g., elderly, pre/post-natal, obesity, chronic conditions)
- Knowledge of energy systems (ATP-PC, glycolytic, oxidative)
- Basic understanding of supplements and ergogenic aids
- Familiarity with wearable fitness technology and trackers
- CPR & First Aid certification
- Understanding of health screening protocols (e.g., PAR-Q)
Business & Marketing Skills-
- Client onboarding and consultation
- Sales skills (converting leads into clients)
- Personal branding and reputation management
- Social media marketing (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
- Content creation (educational and motivational posts)
- Referral generation systems
- Time management and scheduling
- Knowledge of CRM software and fitness apps
- Basic budgeting and pricing strategy
- Understanding of client retention strategies
- Upselling and cross-selling (e.g., packages, merch, add-ons)
- Basic graphic design and video editing (e.g., Canva, CapCut)
Communication & Interpersonal Skills-
- Motivational interviewing techniques
- Active listening and empathy
- Clear instructional cueing (verbal, visual, tactile)
- Public speaking and group class leadership
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation
- Building rapport and trust with clients
- Tailoring language to client learning styles
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusive communication
- Accountability coaching and behavior change communication
Coaching & Leadership Skills-
- Goal setting and progress tracking
- Behavior change and habit coaching
- Positive reinforcement and mindset coaching
- Adaptability in programming
- Emotional intelligence and self-regulation
- Decision-making under pressure (e.g., when a client is injured mid-session)
- Leading group fitness classes or bootcamps
- Delegating or collaborating with other professionals (e.g., physios, dietitians)
- Leadership in community building (e.g., running fitness challenges, online groups)
Digital & Technical Skills-
- Familiarity with online coaching platforms (e.g., Trainerize, TrueCoach)
- Spreadsheet and data analysis (e.g., progress tracking in Excel/Google Sheets)
- Video call software (Zoom, Google Meet) for remote training
- Use of heart rate monitors, force plates, and mobility assessment tools
- Wearable fitness device syncing and interpretation (e.g., WHOOP, Apple Watch, Garmin)
- Online booking and calendar tools (Calendly, Acuity)
