Personal Trainer

Fitness Together Fairfax; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Fitness Together Fairfax is seeking a energetic, professional trainer passionate about helping people improve their quality of life through strength training and movement.

Join a private, one-on-one training environment with a supportive team, growth opportunities, and a focus on building meaningful client relationships.

Qualifications

• Nationally accredited personal training certification or actively pursuing certification.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or able to obtain before start.
• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented, coachable, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments and movement evaluations.
• Design individualized, evidence-based exercise programs for clients of all levels.
• Deliver one-on-one and semi-private training sessions.
• Track progress and modify programs for continual improvement.
• Educate clients on technique, recovery, nutrition, and healthy habits.
• Build relationships to keep clients motivated and committed.
• Collaborate with teammates to provide an exceptional client experience.
• Maintain accurate session notes and client records.
• Foster a welcoming, energetic, and professional studio culture.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team-oriented

Dependable

Organized

Coachable

Education

Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in Kinesiology or related field

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Transform Lives. Build Relationships. Grow Your Career.

No floor hours. No chasing leads. No overcrowded gym floor. Just personalized coaching with clients who value professional guidance.

At Fitness Together Fairfax, we believe personal training is about far more than counting reps. We provide individualized coaching in private training suites where our clients receive exceptional care, accountability, and results. We're looking for an energetic, professional trainer who is passionate about helping people improve their quality of life through strength training and movement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow within a supportive team, develop professionally, and build meaningful relationships with clients.

Why Join Fitness Together Fairfax?

• Competitive compensation with performance incentives
• Established client base—no prospecting or selling gym memberships
• Paid continuing education and mentorship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Private one-on-one training environment
• Small, supportive team culture
• Opportunities to grow into leadership roles
• Work that truly makes a difference in people's lives

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments and movement evaluations.
• Design individualized, evidence-based exercise programs for clients of all ages and abilities.
• Deliver exceptional one-on-one and semi-private personal training sessions.
• Track client progress and modify programs to ensure continual improvement.
• Educate clients on exercise technique, recovery, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Build genuine relationships that keep clients motivated and committed to their goals.
• Collaborate with teammates to provide an exceptional client experience.
• Maintain accurate session notes and client records.
• Help create a welcoming, energetic, and professional studio culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Current nationally accredited Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACSM, NSCA, ACE, ISSA, or equivalent), or actively working toward certification.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain before starting).
• Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and strength training principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, dependable, organized, and coachable.
• Positive attitude with a passion for helping others succeed.
• Team-oriented with a desire to continue learning and growing.
• Comfortable working with beginners, older adults, post-rehabilitation clients, and special populations.

The Trainer Who Thrives Here

• Loves coaching more than counting reps.
• Values relationships over transactions.
• Believes strength training changes lives.
• Wants mentorship from experienced fitness professionals.
• Takes initiative and enjoys learning.
• Provides an exceptional client experience every session.
• Wants to build a long-term career—not just another training job.