Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness - Gainesville, FL; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunities for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

A leading fitness franchise in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Fitness Trainer responsible for running their group fitness program. You will assist new members in achieving fitness goals, create workout plans, and instruct equipment use. The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and a passion for health. Qualifications include a high school diploma, CPR certification, and a Nationally Certified Training Certificate. Join our team to help members succeed in their fitness journeys.

Qualifications

• Passion for fitness and health is essential.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Exceptional skills in customer service and interaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and run the fitness group's PE@PF program.
• Assist members with fitness goals and equipment.
• Handle front desk activities including member sign-up.

Skills

Customer service skills

Listening skills

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma/GED or equivalent

Nationally Certified Training Certificate

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Benefits

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

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

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 occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

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.