Personal Trainer

Excel Fitness; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Fitness in The Colony, TX seeks a motivated Personal Trainer to deliver exceptional client service, design personalized programs, and promote the DYOP sessions. You will educate members on safety, track progress, and contribute to a friendly, results-driven gym environment.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, leading one-on-one and small group sessions, maintaining records, and collaborating with the Fitness Manager.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Personal Training Certification (NCCA-accredited) or Bachelor's degree in exercise science or kinesiology.
• CPR/AED certification required (renew proactively before expiration).
• Proven ability to lead small group sessions and inspire clients.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with PF's mission, values, and operational requirements.
• Physical capability to lift/move up to 45+ pounds and perform tasks like squatting, bending, and prolonged standing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure members' safety and needs are prioritized.
• Instruct clients one-on-one through individualized fitness programs based on their goals.
• Conduct introductory "Design Your Own Program" (DYOP) sessions and fitness assessments.
• Build and maintain a personal training client base through excellent service, referrals, and engagement.
• Monitor and assist members in proper equipment usage, ensuring safety and compliance with club policies.
• Create and submit exercise programs tailored to each member's experience, using the 4 Pillars of Fitness - Nutrition, Movement, Supplementation and Professional Assistance, in a manner consistent with their goals.
• Accurately track all client sessions and maintain detailed records, including supplement tracking forms.
• Utilize PF-approved supplements and nutrition programs exclusively with clients.
• Perform general equipment maintenance and inspections, report malfunctions to management.
• Maintain club cleanliness and participate in "Team Clean" during every shift.
• Assist front desk operations as needed, including member check-ins and point-of-sale tasks.
• PF PT's must redeem (Data Trak series check-in) all funded sessions at time of performed service; unfunded sessions shall not be serviced.
• Educate team members about the personal training program to generate excitement and increase usage.
• Attend all required meetings, trainings, and seminars.
• Represent PF at community events and outreach activities as needed.
• Walk the floor during unscheduled times, greeting members and recommending "Design Your Own Program" (DYOP) sessions to those who need assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Lead small group sessions

Team motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NCCA-certified PT certification or Exercise science degree

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure members' safety and needs are prioritized.
• Instruct clients one-on-one through individualized fitness programs based on their goals.
• Conduct introductory "Design Your Own Program" (DYOP) sessions and fitness assessments.
• Build and maintain a personal training client base through excellent service, referrals, and engagement.
• Monitor and assist members in proper equipment usage, ensuring safety and compliance with club policies.
• Program Design and Tracking:
  • Create and submit exercise programs tailored to each member's experience, using the 4 Pillars of Fitness - Nutrition, Movement, Supplementation and Professional Assistance, in a manner consistent with their goals.
  • Accurately track all client sessions and maintain detailed records, including supplement tracking forms.
  • Utilize PF-approved supplements and nutrition programs exclusively with clients.
• Operational Responsibilities:
  • Perform general equipment maintenance and inspections, report malfunctions to management.
  • Maintain club cleanliness and participate in "Team Clean" during every shift.
  • Assist front desk operations as needed, including member check-ins and point-of-sale tasks.
  • PF PT's must redeem (Data Trak series check-in) all funded sessions at time of performed service; unfunded sessions shall not be serviced.
• Educate team members about the personal training program to generate excitement and increase usage.
• Attend all required meetings, trainings, and seminars.
• Represent PF at community events and outreach activities as needed.
• Daily Contributions:
  • Engage with members to promote loyalty to the personal training program.
  • Walk the floor during unscheduled times, greeting members and recommending "Design Your Own Program" (DYOP) sessions to those who need assistance.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Personal Training Certification (NCCA-accredited) or Bachelor's degree in exercise science or kinesiology.
• CPR/AED certification required (must renew proactive before expiration).
• Proven ability to lead small group sessions and inspire clients.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with PF's mission, values, and operational requirements.
• Physical capability to lift/move up to 45+ pounds and perform tasks like squatting, bending, and prolonged standing.

Supervisory Role:

This position reports to the Fitness Manager.

Work Environment:

Operates in a fitness club environment, routinely using office and custodial equipment.

• Noise levels may be high, and physical activity is frequent.
• Expected to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Some travel is required for this position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those