Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Planet Fitness seeks a Fitness Trainer to run the PE@PF program and help new members achieve their fitness goals by designing simple workouts and teaching proper equipment use.

The role includes conducting classes, customizing routines, and updating the program bi-weekly. Front desk duties support member intake, tours, and inquiries in a busy club environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for fitness and health.
• Outstanding customer service skills; interact positively with members and coworkers.
• Punctual, reliable, and able to manage busy front desk interactions.
• Strong listening and problem-solving abilities; maintain professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Lead and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program and schedule.
• Instruct members on proper and safe use of equipment; assist in goal setting.
• Create bi-weekly workout updates with diverse exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Support front desk tasks: answer phones, assist members, sign-ups, tours.
• Address member questions promptly and escalate to management when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

CPR Certification

Nationally Certified Training Certificate

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

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

• 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.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 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.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
• High School diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Must be able to occassionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.