Holistic Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach

Performance Optimal Health; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Optimal Health is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to join our Wellness Team. You will assess clients, design personalized fitness programs, and guide proper technique in one-on-one or group sessions.

Build lasting relationships while helping clients reach their health goals in a supportive, team-focused environment. Strong communication, certification, and the ability to travel between locations are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Exercise Science, Physiology, or Kinesiology.
• Nationally recognized CPT certification (NSCA / NASM / ACE / ACSM).
• Willingness to travel between Performance locations.
• Experience safely training clients.
• Ability to teach and guide clients during sessions.
• Customize one-on-one training programs.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough fitness assessments.
• Design individualized programs.
• Tailor programs to clients' fitness levels and health conditions.
• Monitor progress of clients' fitness levels.
• Complete client progress notes within 24 hours of working with client.
• Explain safe and proper use of gym equipment.
• Thoroughly explain exercises and suggest alternatives if needed.
• Lead individual/group training sessions.
• Build positive and lasting relationships with clients.
• Communicate effectively with Physical Therapists and Wellness Lead/team.
• Work toward building clientele and brand.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Fitness assessments

Program design

Client coaching

Group training

Progress documentation

Safe exercise supervision

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor's / Master's in Exercise Science / Physiology / Kinesiology

Job description

Performance Optimal Health is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to join our Wellness Team. You will assess clients, design personalized fitness programs, and guide proper technique in one-on-one or group sessions.

Build lasting relationships while helping clients reach their health goals in a supportive, team-focused environment. Strong communication, certification, and the ability to travel between locations are valued.