Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness; Valdosta (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Training & development

Job summary

Crunch Fitness is seeking a passionate, energetic Personal Trainer who can deliver expert training sessions and build a strong client base through proactive sales, outreach, and retention strategies. You will lead training sessions, customize programs, and educate clients on health and technique while growing your book of business within a vibrant gym community.

The role requires CPR/AED and NASM/ACE/NSCA certifications, with flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR & AED certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Actively generate leads through in-gym interactions, community outreach, social media, and referrals.
• Conduct Kick-Off Sessions as initial consultations and movement assessments with new members.
• Convert leads into paying clients by delivering value and building rapport.
• Meet or exceed monthly sales and retention targets set by management.
• Create and update personalized training programs based on client needs.
• Educate clients on proper technique, recovery, and overall health.
• Track and communicate client progress to ensure accountability and motivation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training environment and club.
• Stay updated on fitness trends, certifications, and continuing education.
• Collaborate with fellow trainers and staff to deliver premium client experience.

Skills

Lead generation

Client relationship

Sales proficiency

Communication

Coaching skills

Time management

Mornings/Evenings/weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

NASM Certification

ACE Certification

NSCA Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Free gym membership


• 401(k)


• Employee discounts


• Free uniforms


• Training & development

Join one of the fastest-growing fitness brands in the United States—Crunch Fitness!

At Crunch, we’re more than a gym—we’re a community built on energy, inclusivity, and results. We offer real opportunities for career growth, hands‑on leadership training, and strong earning potential in a fast‑paced, rewarding industry.

Our culture is rooted in diversity, acceptance, empowerment, and fun. We’re looking for passionate, charismatic individuals who bring positivity, motivation, and a commitment to helping others succeed. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and love connecting with people, we’d love to have you on our team.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a passionate, energetic, and certified Personal Trainer who is skilled in fitness but also thrives on building a client base. In this role, you’ll be responsible for delivering expert training sessions and proactively growing your book of business through sales, outreach, and retention strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Actively generate leads through in-gym interactions, community outreach, social media, and referrals.


• Conduct Kick-Off Sessions as the initial consultations and movement assessments with new members as part of the sales process.


• Convert leads into paying clients by delivering value, building rapport, and addressing objections.


• Meet or exceed monthly sales and retention targets set by management.


• Create and update personalized training programs based on client needs.


• Educate clients on proper technique, recovery, and overall health.


• Track and communicate client progress to ensure accountability and motivation.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training environment and club.


• Stay updated on fitness trends, certifications, and continuing education.


• Collaborate with fellow trainers and staff to deliver premium client experience.

Above description may be subject to change or alteration at any time.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Associate or bachelor’s Degree preferred.


• CPR & AED Certifications


• Nationally Recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACE, NSCA, etc.)


• Strong track record of success in personal training and client results.


• Sales experience or proven ability to close leads and build relationships


• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills


• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, and weekends.


• Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field (preferred)


• Experience with nutrition coaching or additional certifications (e.g., corrective exercise, strength and conditioning, group fitness).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to adjust and operate all club equipment.


• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and engage in physical activity, including lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, and prolonged standing/walking.

Certifications (One or more of the following)

• ACSM Certified Personal Trainer


• ACE Personal Trainer Certification


• The Cooper Institute Personal Trainer Certification


• IFPA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification


• NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, or Performance Enhancement Specialist


• NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification


• NFPT Personal Trainer Certification


• NSCA Certified Personal Trainer or Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Compensation: $30,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Crunch Fitness is looking for energetic, enthusiastic people that are passionate about health and fitness to join our team.

Looking to combine work, fitness and fun? Crunch Fitness is looking for energetic, enthusiastic people that are passionate about health and fitness to join our team. Working at Crunch is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to inspire others to reach their fitness goals. Our ‘No Judgments’ philosophy attracts a diverse and welcoming group of professionals and makes Crunch an amazing company to work for.

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments. Our gyms are packed with the latest state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, weight room, full service locker rooms with showers, tanning booths, HydroMassage® bed, and an extensive schedule of Crunch’s signature classes including Zumba®, BodyWeb with TRX®, Yoga Body Sculpt, Belly Butt and Thighs Bootcamp, and more.