Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor Fall 2026

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal Work-Study eligible

On-campus job

Job summary

University of Kentucky Campus Recreation is seeking a STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor for Fall 2026 in Lexington, KY. This part-time student role pays $12–$20 per hour and qualifies for Federal Work-Study where eligible.

The position involves designing and leading personal training and group fitness sessions with a focus on safety and outcome-driven programs. Must be an active UK student with a valid fitness certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a current University of Kentucky student.
• Certified Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Designing and leading personal training sessions.
• Designing and leading group fitness sessions.

Skills

Time management

Social interaction

Initiative

Observant

Education

Current UK student

Job description

Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor Fall 2026

Job Title Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor Fall 2026

Requisition Number

DU14920

Department Name

1B310:Campus Recreation

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$12-$20 / Hour

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

Must be a current student at the University of Kentucky

Required Related Experience

none

Required License/Registration/Certification

Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification

Physical Requirements

The position may require lifting or pushing objects up to 50lbs, or extended amounts of time walking or standing.

Job Summary

Designing and leading personal training and group fitness sessions.

This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Time Management
• Social Interaction
• Initiative
• Observant

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Certified Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor

Deadline to Apply

05/31/2027

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.