Personal Trainer/Performance Coach

Description

Summary

The Personal Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality private and small group training sessions to clients of all fitness levels. This role focuses on helping individuals move better, feel better, and perform better by designing customized training programs that align with their goals. The Personal Trainer must create an engaging and supportive environment while ensuring all training follows best practices in exercise science and safety.

Responsibilities

Personal Training & Program Development

• Design and implement customized training programs for clients based on their individual needs, goals, and movement capabilities.
• Conduct one-on-one and small group training sessions with an emphasis on proper movement patterns, injury prevention, and long-term success.
• Track client progress through assessments, data collection, and ongoing program adjustments.
• Educate clients on proper exercise techniques, injury prevention, and general wellness strategies.

Client Engagement & Community Building

• Foster a welcoming and motivating training environment for all clients.
• Encourage consistent participation through personalized communication, motivation, and accountability strategies.
• Promote the core value of Community Consciousness by building relationships and ensuring clients feel supported in their fitness journey.

Professional Development & Lifelong Learning

• Stay updated on the latest trends, techniques, and research in personal training, fitness, and movement science.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities to maintain certifications and improve coaching effectiveness.
• Contribute to a culture of Lifelong Learning by sharing knowledge with clients and team members. 4. Sales & Client Retention
• Promote personal training packages and encourage long-term client commitments.
• Provide goal-oriented check-ins to ensure clients see progress and remain engaged in their training plans.
• Support client retention by consistently delivering high-quality sessions and ensuring clients feel valued.

Safety & Evidence-Based Excellence

• Ensure all training adheres to evidence-based best practices for exercise selection, progression, and injury prevention.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe training environment for all clients.
• Modify exercises appropriately for clients with injuries or physical limitations while ensuring they continue making progress.

All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Performance, or a related field (preferred).
• Nationally recognized certification (NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, or equivalent).
• CPR/AED certification (required).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of personal training experience (or relevant internship experience).
• Strong knowledge of human movement, biomechanics, and injury prevention.
• Passion for fitness and a commitment to helping others achieve their goals.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills to engage with a diverse client base.
• Ability to customize workouts for individuals with varying fitness levels and physical conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate exercises effectively and adapt movement patterns for client needs.
• Capable of working with clients of all fitness levels, including those with mobility limitations.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, lift, push, pull, squat, kneel, or balance.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds and assist clients with equipment.

The indicated duties are not to be considered a complete list of duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week):  medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.