Personal fitness trainer job description

Job DescriptionAre you ready for an amazingly different fitness career experience? It’s time to BUST OUT of the gym!
GYMGUYZ is #1 in Home Personal Training nationwide. We are seeking to grow the team of one of our
premiere franchises in your area. We're looking for someone to do personal training and marketing.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Certified Personal Trainer will be responsible for providing one-on-one and small group personalized
fitness instruction to clients while encouraging them to reach their fitness goals. A GYMGUYZ Trainer will
provide professional instruction for each client's health, fitness and wellness goals while providing the
highest level of customer service. A GYMGUYZ Trainer must adapt to various working type environments
to include private homes, offices or an appropriate setting of the client's choice.
BENEFITS/PERKS
• No sales quotas or floor shifts
• No cold calling or having to find clients
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive compensation rates
• Bonus opportunities/incentives
• Free & discounted recertification education
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great team to work with!

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Customize client workout programs developed from the initial assessment
• Utilize the GYMGUYZ Fitness App for all client sessions, including programming & session notes
• Demonstrate each exercise and ensure client is performing correctly with or without modifications
• Conduct client reassessments every 4 – 6 weeks
• Maintain client session appointments through GYMGUYZ scheduling software
• Able to collect and secure payments from clients, as needed
• Able to provide a flexible schedule to accommodate client appointments
• Able to commute to and from client sessions
QUALIFICATIONS
• Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA, DEAC or NBFE accredited organization)
• Certified in CPR/AED
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year of personal training
• Good communication skills; verbal, written, and technical
• Have a basic understanding of nutrition and healthy living practices
• Knowledgeable of a variety of exercise equipment and personal training methods
• Clean Driver’s License
• Able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs. and perform athletic calisthenics duties
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to GYMGUYZ Corporate.

Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor is certified and physically able to lead classes, perform Personal Training sessions and private classes for members and guests. A Personal Trainer/ Fitness Instructor must be knowledgeable of all fitness offerings at the spa and fitness center, hold current certifications and have previous experience. They must have exceptional knowledge of fitness and exercise, exercise safely, and nutrition. They must possess excellent customer services skills in order to provide the highest quality environment and instruction that will meet the needs of our guest in the area of health and exercise including selling packages and individual sessions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


• Ensure that all HSBR standards are upheld in all fitness areas.


• Be on time for your shift, prompt with each appointment and perform sessions with total focus on safety, attention and timeliness.


• Provide consistent professional fitness class and personal training sessions in accordance with spa protocols and accepted certification practices.


• Properly care for equipment and maintain fitness equipment.


• Maintain a clean, well-organized and stocked fitness area.


• Have complete knowledge and understanding of all fitness offerings while educating and training guests in these areas.


• Communicate to management any and all occurrences involving staff or guests in the spa or fitness area that require attention, and handle guest concerns professionally and courteously.


• Possess the ability to work without direct supervision.


• Actively promote the spa & fitness center, treatments, services, sessions and retail, as well as programs, promotions and/or discounts available.


• Regularly attend, participate in and support training and staff meetings for spa and fitness.


• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment.


• Assist in all areas of fitness operation as requested.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


• Must have a national certification to lead classes and perform personal training sessions and private classes.


• Extensive experience in the fitness field.


• Knowledgeable of all fitness offerings at the spa.


ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:


• Exceptional communication, organizational skills and detail oriented.


• Ability to work one-to-one basis, and group class environment.


• Pleasant personality and ability to interact in a positive manner with both guests and staff members.


• Possess excellent customer service skills in order to provide the highest quality environment and instruction that will meet the needs of our guests in the area of health and exercise.


Qualifications


Behaviors


Preferred


Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject


Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest


Motivations


Preferred


Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals


Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work


Education


Preferred


Technical/other training or better


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

The Personal Trainer’s focus is on helping the member “Make Healthy Happen®” by employing both Anytime Fitness and the personal trainer’s creative approach. Each member will receive an initial fitness consultation that will set the PT on a path for establishing a 1-1 rapport with the member. With access to a facility that includes any/all types of the latest equipment available, the personal trainer will guide the member to their greatest levels of personal achievement in physical health. Additionally, through best-in-class “Train-the-Trainer” programs, the PT will have access to dozens of hours of continuing education.

What we offer:

• Robust compensation plan for training sold and sessions rendered
• Guaranteed hourly administrative time plus ongoing commissions
• Future career opportunities within multiple Anytime Fitness locations
• Gym membership for you

Responsibilities

• Motivate and train the member in a 1:1 and collaborate with group trainers to create live group training environment
• Connect with clients using the Anytime Fitness app
• Match Anytime Fitness personal training programs - in conjunction with the Personal Trainer’s expertise - with the member’s goals and abilities
• Conduct fitness consultations to ensure the member’s goals are registered
• Track, monitor and report each member’s progress while working to continue an ongoing personal training regimen with each client
• Successful Personal Trainers continue education of each member and create long-term relationships

Qualifications

• Current CPR, AED and personal training certification(s) are required as is a current nationally recognized certification such as NASM, ACE or NFPT
• Previous PT experience is preferred in either a fitness facility or private training environment
• Superior communication skills (verbal & written) with the ability to connect with people while motivating them to achieve their goals
• Desire to continually learn new principles in the areas of training, overall fitness, health and nutrition
• Hands on training and experience in areas such as corrective exercise, post-rehab, and injury prevention, are a plus