Personal Trainer

New York Sports Club; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fitness brand as a Personal Trainer, where you'll deliver tailored fitness experiences and engage with members to drive results. This full-time entry-level position requires a passion for fitness, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to motivate clients. You'll be responsible for creating personalized programs, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining certifications to support our mission of improving lives through fitness.

Qualifications

• Active Child & Adult AED/CPR certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and perform physical activities.
• Technical skills in fitness programming.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized fitness experiences and programs.
• Drive member retention through motivation and accountability.
• Maintain current certifications and manage client records.

Skills

Fitness Programming

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Recreation

Job description

Join us as a Personal Trainer at New York Sports Club

Be among the first 25 applicants, 4 days ago.

Brief Description

New York Sports Club, part of our family of brands, is a well-established, dynamic fitness brand with locations across the Northeast. We see ourselves as your neighborhood gym, dedicated to delivering fitness results, positive change, and personal connections through innovative programming and knowledgeable staff. Our mission is to “Improve Lives Through Fitness,” and our success stems from embodying our core values with pride and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a positive fitness experience tailored to members' specific goals using scientifically based, personalized programs.
• Create value through one-on-one personal training, small group sessions, and engagement activities like fitness events and outreach.
• Drive member retention through motivation, accountability, and consistent, results-oriented fitness programs.
• Provide exceptional member service as a NYSC ambassador, addressing needs and providing solutions.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Utilize fitness tools effectively and maintain client records properly.
• Maintain current certifications and continuing education credits.
• Be punctual for all shifts and manage schedules proactively.
• Develop and implement SMART goal plans to meet revenue, sales, and retention targets.
• Address member issues promptly and escalate appropriately.
• Ensure fitness equipment and floor safety standards are met or exceeded.
• Complete administrative tasks such as scheduling sessions, updating availability, and following authorization policies.
• Proficiently use POS, membership, and other relevant computer systems.
• Collaborate with Fitness Leaders and Sales teams to meet new member needs and provide fitness services.
• Exceed revenue, session, and sales goals consistently.
• Engage members and prospects through various outreach activities.
• Maintain ongoing contact with clients to support accountability and progress.
• Deliver safe, effective, and documented fitness programs, including mid-program assessments.
• Customize fitness plans based on individual needs, goals, and schedules.
• Meet and maintain monthly and quarterly performance minimums.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Recreation, or related field preferred but not required.
• Previous personal training experience is a plus but not mandatory; experience in a corporate gym setting is preferred.
• Active Child & Adult AED/CPR certification.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and perform physical activities such as walking, climbing stairs, squatting, bending, and lifting.
• Technical skills in fitness programming and time management.
• Active certification from approved organizations such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, and others listed, required for hire.

Scheduling Requirements

• Open availability, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Weekly schedule may include training sessions, administrative duties, meetings, prospecting, and maintaining cleanliness.

Additional Details

Position is entry-level, full-time, within the Wellness and Fitness Services industry.