Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical and dental coverage

401k with match

Free club membership

Discounts on products and personal训练

Job summary

24 Hour Fitness Escondido is recruiting a Fitness Coach to deliver high-quality personal and small-group training, build relationships, and own a growing book of business at our 400 La Terraza Blvd location.

You will design personalized fitness programs, drive client results, and retain clients through exceptional service. A base hourly rate with commissions supports strong earnings as your client base expands.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, CPR/AED in person, CPT certification or related degree.
• CPT certification or related degree in exercise science.
• Proven ability to grow a client base and deliver results.
• Sales mindset with ability to convert prospects into clients.
• Strong movement coaching and exercise science knowledge

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal and small-group training sessions that drive results.
• Grow and retain a strong client base through consultative selling and referral, delivering excellent client experience.
• Design personalized fitness programs to support each client’s goals and long-term success.
• Track progress and adjust programs to maximize results and client retention.
• Manage schedule and booking to maintain consistent session volume.
• Conduct fitness assessments and onboarding sessions to establish trust and coaching relationships.

Skills

Sales mindset

Effective communication

Client relationship building

Team coaching and leadership

Strong client results focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/AED certification (in person)

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification (NASM/ISSA/ACE/NSCA/NCSF) or related degree

Job description

FULL-TIME Part-time

LOCATION 400 La Terraza Blvd, Escondido, CA 92026

Job Summary

As a Fitness Coach, you play a key role in helping members build lasting results and a stronger connection to their health. You deliver high‑quality personal and small‑group training experiences that are engaging, effective, and tailored to each individual. This role goes beyond coaching workouts—you build relationships, create accountability, and take ownership of growing your client base. You’ll grow your own book of business, deliver a premium training experience, and see the direct impact of your work through client results and retention.

Compensation and Earning Potential

• Take control of your earning potential. As you grow your client base and increase your session volume, your compensation grows with you.
• Top performers can earn up to $75 per hour, including base pay, session premiums, sales commissions, and performance‑based incentives.
• Get rewarded for both training and selling—earn income from the relationships you build and the results you deliver. As you grow your client base and deliver more sessions, you unlock higher earnings and expand your earning potential over time.
• Thrive in a performance‑driven environment that recognizes and rewards coaches who stay engaged, build strong client relationships, and deliver exceptional training experiences.
• Earn from day one, with a guaranteed hourly base rate, and the opportunity to significantly increase earnings through facilitating coaching sessions and developing a book of business.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality personal and small‑group training sessions that drive results, build relationships, and keep clients coming back.
• Build, grow, and retain a strong client base through consultative selling, referrals, and consistent delivery of a great client experience.
• Use your expertise and creativity to design personalized fitness programs that support each client’s unique goals and long‑term success.
• Prioritize time in session by making a meaningful impact on members’ lives with engaging personal and small‑group training sessions that help them achieve lasting results.
• Set expectations, track progress, and adjust programs to maximize results and client retention.
• Take ownership of your success by managing your schedule, maintaining a strong appointment book, and building consistent session volume.
• Help members start strong by conducting fitness assessments and onboarding sessions that establish trust and create long‑term coaching relationships.
• Build lasting connections beyond the workout floor through client follow‑up, program design, and proactive outreach that supports retention and continued growth.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or GED; current in‑person CPR/AED certification; and a nationally recognized Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification (NASM, ISSA, ACE, NSCA, or NCSF) or a related degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a similar field.
• Demonstrated ability to build and grow a client base through a high‑quality training experience and consistent client results.
• Sales mindset with the ability to identify client needs, recommend appropriate training solutions, and convert prospects into long‑term clients.
• Strong foundation in exercise science, program design, and safe, effective movement coaching.
• Effective communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to motivate, instruct, and create accountability for clients.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach.
• Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience.
• Specialized fitness credentials or related work experience or education in specialized functions.
• Demonstrated experience in sales, customer engagement, or business development, with the ability to confidently communicate the value of personal training services, cultivate client relationships, and consistently grow and retain a client base.

Physical Demands

• Communicate effectively with members in both group and one‑on‑one settings, including providing clear instruction and coaching feedback.
• Observe and respond to client movement and exercise technique in real time to support safe and effective training.
• Demonstrate a wide range of exercises and movement patterns across strength, cardio, and functional training.
• Lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds as part of daily responsibilities.
• Move throughout the club and training areas to support coaching, instruction, and member engagement.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical and dental coverage, 401k with match (for qualifying positions), a free club membership, discounts on products and personal training, and Employee Resource Groups. Employees may also accrue vacation hours and enjoy a free gym membership.

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 the qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 24 Hour Fitness reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Functional Group: Fitness