PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER

The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Uniforms provided

Dry cleaning included

Resort dining, retail, and recreation"

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Employee parking

Staff Café

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Job summary

The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach is seeking a passionate Personal Trainer to deliver one-on-one and small group sessions in a luxury resort setting. You will design customized programs based on member goals, health histories, and fitness assessments while ensuring safety and proper technique.

Join a team that values wellness, exceptional hospitality, and career growth, with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and professional development opportunities across Gate Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification required.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of personal training experience preferred.
• Experience in a luxury club, resort, or fitness facility is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with members while maintaining professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional one-on-one and small group fitness instruction.
• Design customized exercise programs based on goals, assessments, and health histories.
• Ensure proper technique and safe equipment usage at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the fitness center.
• Promote wellness programs and personal training services; assist front desk as needed.

Skills

Exercise science

Strength training

Cardio training

Flexibility

Functional fitness

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Motivation

Education

Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification

Job description

Thank you for applying to one of the most premier places to work in the Northeast Florida! People are our greatest asset and we are currently seeking people like you who have a desire to join our team.

The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach is an intimate AAA Four-Diamond oceanfront resort where exceptional service, wellness, and luxury come together to create unforgettable experiences for our members and guests.

We are looking for passionate, energetic, and service-driven fitness professionals to join our team.

If you are committed to helping others achieve their health and wellness goals while delivering exceptional hospitality, we invite you to become part of our award-winning resort.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Company-provided uniforms and complimentary dry cleaning
• Resort dining, retail, and recreation discounts
• Five-Star/Four-Diamond hospitality training and professional development
• Opportunities for career growth within Gate Hospitality
• Employee recognition programs
• Complimentary parking
• Staff Café
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time (eligible positions)

Job Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of exercise science, strength and cardiovascular training, flexibility, and functional fitness principles.
• Strong understanding of proper exercise techniques, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
• Ability to safely instruct and demonstrate the use of selectorized equipment, free weights, functional training equipment, and cardiovascular machines.
• Experience creating individualized fitness programs for members of varying ages, abilities, and fitness levels.
• Knowledge of injury prevention, exercise modifications, and progression techniques.
• Ability to motivate, educate, and build lasting relationships with members while delivering exceptional customer service.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.

Job Summary

The Personal Trainer is responsible for providing exceptional one-on-one and small group fitness instruction while creating a welcoming, motivating, and safe environment for members and guests. This position designs customized exercise programs based on individual goals, fitness assessments, and health histories while ensuring proper technique and safe equipment usage. As a representative of The Lodge & Club, the Personal Trainer delivers personalized service that reflects our luxury hospitality standards by building strong member relationships, anticipating wellness needs, and creating memorable fitness experiences. This role also assists with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the fitness center, promotes wellness programs and personal training services, and supports front desk operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, ISSA, or equivalent) required.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of personal training experience preferred.
• Experience working in a luxury club, resort, hotel, or fitness facility is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with members while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Schedule

Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time (eligible positions)
• Company-provided uniforms and dry cleaning
• Complimentary employee parking
• Staff Café
• Resort discounts
• Professional development and hospitality training
• Opportunities for advancement within Gate Hospitality

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