Lead Personal Trainer

TriSearch; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two gym memberships

401k options

Benefits for 30 hours/week

Job summary

TriSearch is seeking a Personal Training Field Manager to lead training, coaching, and sales initiatives in the Midwest. You will partner with District Managers and in-club leaders to drive PT sessions, retention, and revenue while developing coaches and ensuring high training standards.

The role requires travel, weekend work, and a Bachelor’s degree or PT certification. Competitive compensation includes a $65k–$75k salary and a $1,000 monthly bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience teaching boutique fitness classes.
• 1 year of management experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology OR NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.
• An undergraduate degree or equivalent work-experience preferred.
• Personal interest in health, wellness, fitness, and nutrition.
• Ability to travel and work on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support Field Implementation of Personal Training Product: support programming pilots, align tools/technology, coach field teams on delivering engaging client experiences to drive usage and retention.
• Strengthen Sales Process and Offering: ensure execution of PT sales process through field training and coaching support, including booking consultations and converting members to PT clients.
• Develop & Support PT Talent: deliver scalable training, onboarding, and certifications to improve trainer performance and career growth; assist with a new internal PT certification program.
• Drive Accountability & Results: partner with leaders to achieve KPIs through training, coaching, performance management and recognition strategies.

Skills

Leadership & coaching

Travel readiness

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology OR NCCA-accredited PT

Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Looking for a road warrior who loves to train and motivate in the midwest.

POSITION TITLE: Personal Training Field Manager

REPORTS TO: Director of Personal Training

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

COMPENSATION: $65,000-$75,000 annually

BONUS ELIGIBILITY: $1,000 monthly potential

JOIN OUR TEAM

At our Fitness company, we want to create an uplifting experience for everyone by offering inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. The foundation of our brand is rooted in a culture centered on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. Because our culture is alive–embodied by members and team members alike–this is a place where lives are changed because of authentic connections made within our supportive community. Our people BELIEVE in our brand, are HARD WORKING, have HIGH STANDARDS, and GIVE ENERGY to others.

BENEFITS

All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships–one for themselves and another to give away–plus 401k options. Additional benefit packages are available for employees who work 30 hours per week.

• Salaried Employees: Flexible Vacation Plan, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, and Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

Proud to be a ‘Great Place to Work’ certified company!

PURPOSE

The Personal Training Field Manager exists to grow, elevate, and energize our Personal Training business through people, performance, and member impact. By partnering with District Managers and in-club leaders, this role drives PT sales, client retention, and session execution while ensuring coaches are developed, supported, and inspired. The PT Field Manager strengthens training quality, creates accountability around key KPIs, and helps every member unlock their potential through meaningful PT connections—turning fitness goals into lasting results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Field Implementation of Personal Training Product: Support programming pilots, align tools/technology, and coach field teams on delivering engaging client experiences to drive usage and retention.


• Strengthen Sales Process and Offering: Ensure execution of Personal Training (PT) sales process through field training and coaching support. This includes building capacity for PT consultation booking, delivery of consultations, and increased conversion of members in PT clients.


• Develop & Support PT Talent: Deliver scalable training, onboarding, and certifications to improve trainer performance and career growth. Support the work of building and delivering a new internal PT certification program.


• Drive Accountability & Results: Partner with leaders to achieve KPIs through training, coaching, performance management and recognition strategies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience teaching boutique fitness classes


• 1 year of management experience preferred.


• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology OR NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification


• An undergraduate degree or equivalent work-experience preferred.


• Personal interest in health, wellness, fitness, and nutrition


• Ability to travel and work on weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primary work in a fitness facility and office setting. Temperature variations can occur. The environment includes some ambient noise such as talking and use of gym equipment and machinery.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.


• Physical Strength: Sitting, standing, and walking. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 30 pounds.


• Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with a variety of variables under limited standardization. Able to interpret various instructions and relay instructions to clients.


• Attendance is an essential duty of the position. Employees must work regularly scheduled shifts, during business hours to assist members and sell services in-person.

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