Personal Trainer

US Fitness; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary club membership

Guest privileges discounts

Employee referral bonus

In-house Certification & CE

Job summary

US Fitness is seeking a driven trainer to lead inspiring workouts for members at all levels and grow a personal client base in a collaborative health club environment.

You will conduct orientations, biometrics, and goal setting, delivering safe, personalized sessions while tracking progress and meeting booking targets. Flexibility in hours and ongoing professional development are expected components of this role.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication.
• Ability to motivate and build rapport with members.
• Demonstrated selling and prospecting skills.
• Highly organized, punctual, detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead workouts and deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience.
• Conduct new-member orientations and goal setting.
• Provide safe, personalized training sessions and track progress.
• Manage a client base (minimum 12 hours/week) and meet booking targets.
• Prospect leads during floor hours, events, and Smart Start.
• Submit monthly session forecasts and arrange substitutes as needed.
• Complete required training and follow club procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivation & coaching

Sales and prospecting

Organization & punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Personal Trainer

CPR & AED Certified

Bachelor's in related field (preferred)

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

US FITNESS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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