Fitness Trainer

Midwest Fitness Partners; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Planet Fitness in Florence, KY is seeking a Fitness Trainer to lead the PE@PF group fitness program and assist new members in achieving their fitness goals by designing simple workouts and teaching proper equipment use.

You will recruit members to classes, log sessions, supervise on the gym floor, and uphold a Judgment Free ethos. CPR certification and national training are required; weekend/evening flexibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED required.
• CPR certification required.
• Nationally credited training certification (ACE/NASM/ISSA/NCSF) required within two weeks of employment.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be punctual.
• Overtime, weekends, evenings and holidays may be required; must be flexible.
• Represent PFMW core values: respect, passion, family, teamwork, fun, trust and loyalty.
• Passion for fitness and health; upbeat and reliable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Recruit new and existing members to take classes.
• Log classes after each session.
• Assist members on the gym floor during walk-arounds.
• Clean assigned section of equipment each shift.
• Locker room checks every 15 minutes; start/end of shift.
• Lead the PE@PF program and create schedules.
• Instruct members on safe equipment use and fitness goals.
• Create bi-weekly exercise updates.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist at front desk: answer phones, check in members, new member sign-up, tours.
• Respond to member questions and escalate to Manager as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Flexible schedule

Active listening

Diplomacy

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Datatrak

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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.