Personal Trainer

Alliance Performance; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Performance in Fair Lawn, NJ, is seeking a full-time Personal Trainer to design and deliver individualized and small-group programs focused on strength, conditioning, and circuit work. You will assess clients, demonstrate techniques, monitor safety, and adjust plans as progress is tracked, while promoting healthy lifestyle habits.

You will collaborate with coaches and recovery staff in a supportive, inclusive gym setting.

Qualifications

• Design and lead safe, effective workout sessions.
• Certification in personal training (NASM/ACE/NSCA/ACSM) required or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to motivate clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver individualized and small-group training programs.
• Conduct fitness assessments and demonstrate proper technique.
• Monitor client safety and adjust programming based on progress.
• Educate clients on healthy lifestyle habits.
• Collaborate with coaches and recovery professionals.
• Maintain a clean and organized training environment.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive gym culture.

Skills

Personal Training

Circuit Training

Sports Coaching

Nutrition Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

NASM/ACE/NSCA/ACSM Certification

Job description

Company Description

Alliance Performance is Bergen County’s premier fitness and training destination, located in Fair Lawn, NJ. The facility offers elite-level coaching, diverse fitness classes, and advanced recovery services in a supportive, community-oriented environment. Alliance Performance serves everyday adults and serious athletes across North Jersey, helping them train smarter, recover faster, and improve performance. Team members join a culture focused on continual progress, professional coaching standards, and high-quality client care.

Role Description

This full-time on-site Personal Trainer role is based at Alliance Performance in Fair Lawn, NJ. The Personal Trainer will design and deliver individualized and small-group training programs, including strength, conditioning, and circuit-based sessions aligned with client goals and abilities. Daily responsibilities include conducting fitness assessments, demonstrating proper technique, monitoring client safety, adjusting programming based on progress, and documenting client sessions. The role also involves educating clients on healthy lifestyle habits, collaborating with coaches and recovery professionals, maintaining a clean and organized training environment, and contributing to a positive, inclusive gym culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Personal Training and Fitness Instruction to design and lead safe, effective workout sessions.
• Experience with Circuit Training and Sports Coaching to support a range of clients, including general population and athletes.

• knowledge of nutrition principles to provide basic guidance that complements training plans.

• Recognized personal training certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM) or equivalent credentials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and coach clients of diverse backgrounds and fitness levels.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends, as needed.
• CPR/AED certification and commitment to client safety and professional ethics.
• Previous experience in a fitness, sports performance, or coaching environment is preferred.