Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary club membership

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

24 Hour Fitness is seeking a Fitness Coach to deliver premium personal and small-group training, creating programs aligned with member goals and driving retention and acquisition.

You will educate clients, demonstrate proper techniques, schedule sessions, onboard new members, and maintain a clean, welcoming club environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR and AED certifications obtained through in-person training.
• Degree in a related field or current certification through at least one nationally accredited industry association.
• Specialized fitness credentials preferred or equivalent work experience or education.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on clients’ goals.
• Inform clients of fitness tools available to assist them in achieving their goals.
• Set expectations and track progress with clients.
• Demonstrate safe and proper exercise techniques.
• Schedule personal training sessions and group sessions.
• Onboard new members and clients with professional recommendations.
• Coach members on proper equipment use.

Skills

Fitness program design

Communication

Customer service

Exercise technique

Schedule management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR & AED certifications (in-person)

Degree or current certification through a nationally accredited association

Specialized fitness credentials preferred

Job description

FULL-TIME Part-time

Location: 125 North First Avenue Arcadia, CA 91006

Job Summary

The Fitness Coach represents 24 Hour Fitness to members and clients by delivering a positive fitness experience and quality personal and small‑group training sessions that lead to member retention and client acquisition. The coach leverages experience and specialized education to provide premium programming and consultation for clients in person.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Service and Train Clients

• Design and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on clients’ goals, including appropriate exercise selections, varied fitness offerings, general nutrition guidelines, and teaching a fitness lifestyle.
• Inform clients of fitness tools available to assist them in achieving their goals.
• Set expectations and hold clients accountable to their comprehensive fitness programs through goal setting, follow‑up discussions, and progress tracking.
• Demonstrate safe and proper exercise techniques to clients.
• Arrive on time, prepared and enthusiastic while being attentive for every training appointment or group session.
• Meet minimum productivity expectations servicing clients and group sessions.
• Increase member group training sessions and attendance through strong teaching skills and the ability to connect with and motivate individuals with a wide variety of fitness levels.

Service Members and Administration

• Assist in member service activities such as fitness seminars, training days, and deliver a positive fitness experience to members and guests through complimentary fitness assessments.
• Build and generate a strong fitness business through new client acquisition and retention.
• Effectively onboard new members and clients by providing professional recommendations to help acclimate to a fitness lifestyle.
• Coach members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques.
• Start and finish sessions as scheduled.
• Handle member concerns or direct them to appropriate club management.
• Deliver on the Service Promise of Clean, Friendly and Well‑Maintained Club by racking weights, team cleans, and assisting with maintaining a clean and organized club.
• Create, maintain, and regularly update progress for each personal training client, following company guidelines.
• Schedule personal training sessions, other appointments, and administer time four weeks in advance using company systems.

Organization Relationships

The Fitness Coach reports to the General Manager and will interact with all levels of club staff.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understand principles of physical fitness and proper exercise technique.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Adjust and operate fitness equipment.
• Perform a variety of exercise routines.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

Minimum Educational Level / Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications obtained through in‑person training.
• Degree in a related field or current certification through at least one nationally accredited industry association.
• Specialized fitness credentials preferred or equivalent work experience or education in a specialized function.

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach.
• Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands / Environmental Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Physical effort required for daily duties includes lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, jumping, kicking, and prolonged standing and walking.

Working Environment

The team member is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, occasional loud noise levels, extended workdays, and weekends and holidays as needed to support the business.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general job functions and requirements for this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 24 Hour Fitness reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

Benefits Summary

24 Hour Fitness offers benefit programs designed to meet the diverse needs of all team members, including health coverage, and company‑paid benefits that are automatically provided at no cost, such as group life and accidental insurance. Eligible team members may accrue vacation hours. All 24 Hour Team members and their eligible dependents receive a complimentary membership.

Compensation Summary

All Employees: Free Club Membership, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance ($10,000), and 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan.
Average of 30 hours or more per week: Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits, Paid Time Off, and Sickness Benefits in addition to the above.
Pay Range: $16.90 – $16.90 per hour.

Functional Group

Fitness