Personal Trainer

Onelife Fitness; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free club membership

Guest privileges

Training discounts

Spa discounts

Referral bonus

In-house certifications

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Onelife Fitness in Columbia, SC seeks a driven fitness trainer to deliver personalized sessions, build a growing client base, and lead members toward their goals.

You will conduct orientations, biometrics, goal setting, and track progress, while maintaining scheduling and meeting booking targets.

This full-time role offers professional development, industry certifications, and a collaborative, fast-growing health club environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Personal Trainer.
• CPR and AED Certification.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Ability to bend, stand, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized training sessions and track client progress.
• Lead new-member orientations, biometrics, and goal setting.
• Grow client base to a minimum of 12 client hours per week.
• Prospect and convert leads during floor hours, events, and Smart Start.
• Manage schedule, submit monthly session forecasts, and arrange substitutes as needed.
• Complete required training, follow club procedures, and work flexible hours.

Skills

Communication

People skills

Sales skills

Organization

Education

Certified Personal Trainer

CPR/AED Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Lead inspiring, results-driven workouts for members at every level, and grow your client base in a collaborative environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven trainer looking to gain hands-on experience and advance in a rapidly expanding health club company.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time
• Lead new-member orientations, pre-exercise biometrics, and goal setting
• Deliver safe, personalized training sessions and track client progress
• Build and maintain a client base (minimum 12 client hours/week) and meet booking targets
• Prospect and convert leads during floor hours, events, and Smart Start
• Manage schedule, submit monthly session forecasts, and arrange substitutes as needed
• Complete required training, follow club procedures, and work flexible hours

What We’re Looking For

• Outstanding verbal and nonverbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to motivate, nurture, and build rapport quickly with members
• Demonstrated selling and prospecting skills
• Highly organized, punctual, and detail oriented
• Friendly, enthusiastic, professional appearance and demeanor
• Quick learner with ability to apply new knowledge and coaching techniques.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified personal Trainer
• CPR and AED Certified
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education
• Ability to bend, stand, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or other related field
• 1 year of personal training experience

Benefits & Perks

• Complimentary club membership + guest privileges
• Discounts on training, spa services, programs, and apparel
• Employee referral bonus
• In-house Certification + Continuing Education
• Full-Time Only: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid time off

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