Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness - Midwest Management Group; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Wellness resources

Job summary

A fitness franchise is seeking a Fitness Trainer responsible for leading the group fitness program and assisting members in their fitness journeys. This role involves conducting fitness classes, managing member interactions, and ensuring a positive gym experience. Ideal candidates will have a passion for fitness, CPR certification, and exceptional customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Fitness instructors must have a CPR certification.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must complete mandatory Planet Fitness University courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in achieving their fitness goals.
• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program.
• Log classes after each session.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals.

Skills

CPR certification

Exceptional customer service skills

Punctuality and reliability

Ability to empathize and problem solve

Upbeat and positive attitude

Education

High school diploma / GED equivalent

Nationally credited training certification

Tools

Fitness certifications (ACE, NASM, ISSA, NCSF)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Wellness resources

Job Summary

The Fitness Trainer will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF). This includes assisting new members in the achievement of their fitness goals by designing a simple workout program and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruiting new and existing members to take classes.
• Logging classes after each session.
• Actively assisting members on walk arounds.
• Cleaning assigned section of equipment each shift.
• Locker room checks every 15 minutes. Beginning and end of shift as well.
• Be a brand ambassador by leading a Judgement Free lifestyle.
• Uphold rules and policy in the facility.
• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, including creating and following the schedule.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Create bi-weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist in front desk related activities including:
• Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
• Check members into the system.
• New member sign-up.
• Take prospective members on tours.
• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Manager as needed.
• Within Two Weeks of employment, fitness instructors must have one of the following certificates: ACE, NASM, ISSA, NCSF
• Additionally, Fitness instructors must be trained on tours, info calls, Datatrak, customer service expectations and have the mandatory Planet Fitness University courses completed.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma / GED equivalent required.
• CPR certification required.
• Nationally credited training certification required.
• Must be 18 years or order.
• Must be punctual.
• This position may require overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Must be flexible.
• Be a representative of the core values of PFMW at all times, by upholding the beliefs of respect, passion, family, teamwork, fun, trust, and loyalty.
• A passion for fitness and health!
• Upbeat and positive attitude.
• Punctuality and reliability is a must.
• Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers, exceeding the member’s expectations.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shifts.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Must be able to occasionally lift 75 pounds.
• Frequent climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, pulling, and grasping. Employee must never put themselves under any equipment.

Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.