Personal Trainer

Carbon Performance; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Carbon Performance in Atlanta, GA is seeking a motivated and certified Personal Trainer to design customized training programs, provide expert guidance, and help clients stay accountable to achieve lasting results.

You will conduct assessments, coach on form and safety, create weekly routines for in-person and independent programs, and stay current with industry trends while contributing to events.

Qualifications

• Certified Personal Trainer with NASM/NSCA/ACE/ACSM/ISSA or equivalent.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Proven gym or fitness club training experience.
• Strong knowledge of exercise science and program design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to adapt programs for all fitness levels.
• Sales conversations and guiding clients into programs experience.
• Flexible availability including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one sessions with customized programs.
• Perform assessments to track progress.
• Coach on form, technique, safety.
• Create weekly routines for in-person and independent programs.
• Motivate and hold clients accountable.
• Design progressive programs for strength, endurance, flexibility, functional fitness.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans.
• Educate on lifestyle and nutrition basics.
• Maintain a clean, safe training environment.
• Stay current with industry trends and education.
• Contribute to club events and workshops.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Program design

Motivation

Education

NASM Certification

NSCA Certification

ACE Certification

ACSM Certification

ISSA Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

About Us

Carbon Performance is redefining fitness through science-based training, a supportive team culture, and results-driven programs. We’re more than a gym—we’re a community built on accountability, growth, and high standards.

The Role

We’re seeking a motivated and certified Personal Trainer to join our Atlanta, GA team. You’ll design customized training programs, provide expert guidance, and help clients stay accountable so they can achieve lasting results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one training sessions with members, delivering individualized programs based on goals, fitness levels, and abilities.
• Perform assessments (body composition, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, etc.) to track progress.
• Provide expert coaching on form, technique, and safety.
• Build complete weekly training routines for clients (both in-person and independent programs).
• Motivate and hold clients accountable through consistent support and encouragement.
• Design progressive programs targeting strength, endurance, flexibility, and functional fitness.
• Monitor client progress and adjust programming for continued results.
• Educate clients on lifestyle and nutrition basics to support long-term success.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized training environment.
• Stay current with industry trends, training methods, and continuing education.
• Contribute to club events and workshops to enhance the member experience.

Requirements

• Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, NSCA, ACE, ACSM, ISSA, or equivalent).
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Proven training experience (preferably in a gym or fitness club).
• Strong knowledge of exercise science and program design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt programs to all fitness levels and limitations.
• Comfortable with sales conversations and guiding clients into programs that fit their goals.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: hourly sessions + potential base + commission.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Complimentary gym access.
• Energetic, supportive team environment.