Manager in Training - Personal Training, Chicago

Equinox; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 99,187; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Club membership

Job summary

Equinox in Chicago is seeking a Manager in Training for Personal Training. This full-time, on-site role develops future Personal Training Managers through EFTI and MIT programs, while you lead by example, grow the client base, and ensure high service standards. CPR/AED is required and weekend availability is expected.

Responsibilities include driving team targets, coaching staff, and maintaining the PT app, with competitive pay structure including sessions and base hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification or Bachelor/Master's degree preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Full-time availability including weekends and holidays.
• Proven experience building a client base and revenue.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for team business deliverables by setting targets and providing feedback.
• Build client base via fitness evaluations, orientations, and sessions.
• Generate PT sales leads and support trainer development.
• Complete EFTI and MIT programs.
• Provide high level of personalized attention to members.
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App.
• Instruct proper use of equipment and exercise techniques.
• Maintain attendance and participate in meetings.

Skills

Client relations

Sales generation

Communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Integrity

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

Personal Training certification

Bachelor/Master in field

Tools

Personal Training App

Equinox EFTI training

Job description

Manager in Training - Personal Training, Chicago

• Full-time

This is a non-exempt hourly position great for candidates looking to make a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization. In this leadership development position, you will learn the role and responsibilities of our Personal Training Manager and/or Personal Training Programming and Development Manager. By starting in this position, you will go through an educational program designed to prepare you to step into a Personal Training Manager or Assistant Personal Training Manager.

Responsibilities

• Accountability of team’s business deliverables by setting targets, following up, providing feedback and support for progress
• Build and establish a client base by executing fitness evaluations and orientations, stretching, and personal training sessions
• Generate PT sales leads, scheduled lead generation activities, and support trainer development to build a successful business
• Ability to fast-track through Equinox’ EFTI (Equinox Fitness Training Institute) training program
• Ability to complete the MIT (Manager in Training) program
• Provide a high level of personalized attention to members
• Maintain knowledge and/or participation in all club services, programs, and products
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App
• Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques, including operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds
• Provide each member and potential member with the best quality customer service
• Adjust and operate all fitness equipment
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Attend Personal Training related meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification or Bachelors/Masters Degree in the field (Preferred)
• Multiple continuing education certifications (Preferred)
• CPR/AED certification (Required)
• 1-3 years of Personal Training experience (Preferred)
• Must have full time availability including, but not limited to weekends and holidays
• Proven experience building a business and attracting new clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess honesty and personal integrity
• Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
• Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
• Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly

Pay Transparency

$40.50-$72.50 per session; or $25.00/hr (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses.

Benefits

• We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.