Contract Personal Trainer

The Jones Center; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jones Center in Springdale, AR is seeking a contract personal trainer for evening shifts after 5:00 PM. You will design and lead personalized fitness programs, run one-on-one and group sessions, and maintain strong client communication to drive results.

Requirements include a nationally recognized certification and a flexible schedule. A degree in Exercise Science or related field is preferred. Training includes sales components and client development in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Required: A nationally recognized personal training certification (e.g., ACSM, NASM, ACE, NSCA, or equivalent).
• Preferred: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field (not required).
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to customer service excellence.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a drive to grow your client base and improve your craft.
• Passion for fitness and health, with a desire to inspire others.
• Basic understanding of sales strategies and entrepreneurial practices (training provided).
• Preferred: Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client needs.
• Conduct one-on-one and group training sessions, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
• Maintain open and professional communication with clients to provide guidance, motivation, and feedback.
• Manage scheduling and correspondence with clients to optimize availability and efficiency.
• Utilize scheduling/payment provided by the Jones Center to track and bill for services provided.
• Proactively market your training services to attract and retain clientele.
• Uphold a positive, engaging, and professional demeanor in all client interactions.
• Stay updated on fitness and health trends to continuously enhance your training expertise.
• Provide referrals to other certified and/or licensed health professionals when client needs surpass your scope of practice.

Skills

Personal training certification

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-motivation

Goal-oriented

Sales awareness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Exercise Science/Kinesiology

Job description

• Location 922 East Emma Avenue, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
• Employee Type Contract

About JONES CENTER

For 30 years, Jones Center has been a trusted community anchor for Northwest Arkansas—a place where everyone can learn, play, and thrive together. With 600,000 annual visitors and a mission to fuel community connections and cultivate spaces and experiences for all, we serve as a dynamic hub for education, recreation, arts, and nonprofit sustainability. Through our Jones Community for Nonprofits campuses, we empower more than 100 mission-driven organizations, strengthening the social fabric of our region.

Main Responsibilities

• Design and implement personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client needs.
• Conduct one-on-one and group training sessions, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
• Maintain open and professional communication with clients to provide guidance, motivation, and feedback.
• Manage scheduling and correspondence with clients to optimize availability and efficiency.
• Utilize scheduling/payment provided by the Jones Center to track and bill for services provided.
• Proactively market your training services to attract and retain clientele.
• Uphold a positive, engaging, and professional demeanor in all client interactions.
• Stay updated on fitness and health trends to continuously enhance your training expertise.
• Provide referrals to other certified and/or licensed health professionals when client needs surpass your scope of practice.

This position is for evenings availability, with shifts starting after 5:00 PM.

Requirements

Main Qualifications

Required Skills and Abilities

• Required: A nationally recognized personal training certification (e.g., ACSM, NASM, ACE, NSCA, or equivalent).
• Preferred: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field (not required).
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to customer service excellence.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a drive to grow your client base and improve your craft.
• Passion for fitness and health, with a desire to inspire others.
• Basic understanding of sales strategies and entrepreneurial practices (training provided).
• Preferred: Bilingual English/Spanish.

Compensation

This is a contract position with compensation based on services provided. Earnings are dependent on your client load and schedule flexibility.

Summary

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job; it's a career-building opportunity. As a contract personal trainer, you'll have the chance to:

• Develop essential skills in customer service, sales, and entrepreneurship to advance your career.
• Build and manage your client roster with support and mentorship from an experienced team.
• Operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that fosters growth and innovation.
• Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of fitness programming and business management.