PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER

The Lodge & Club; Sawgrass (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uniforms & dry cleaning provided

Resort dining, retail & recreation"

Training & professional development

Career growth within Gate Hospitality

Employee recognition programs

Complimentary parking

Paid vacation, holidays & sick time

Job summary

The Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra Beach seeks a passionate Personal Trainer to provide one-on-one and small group instruction within our luxury resort. You will design customized programs and ensure correct technique while delivering exceptional service.

As part of a five-star hospitality team, you will help members achieve their wellness goals, maintain a pristine fitness center, and support front desk operations as needed. Equitable opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• Nationally recognized personal training certification required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Minimum of two years personal training experience preferred.
• Experience in luxury club, resort, hotel, or fitness facility preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with members while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Exercise instruction

Program design

Customer service

Motivation & coaching

Safety & technique

Education

Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification

CPR/AED & First Aid certification

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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
• 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
• 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.

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

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