Personal Trainer in Buffalo, NY

ElderFIT, LLC; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

ElderFIT, LLC is seeking Personal Trainers in Buffalo, NY to work with older adults, delivering in-home or virtual sessions focused on strength, balance, mobility, and daily function. You’ll assess and tailor programs, track progress, and build meaningful, long-term client relationships.

Trainers enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement for eligible in-home sessions, and the chance to help seniors stay active and independent within your time zone.

Qualifications

• Active personal trainer certification from an NCCA-approved program (NASM, ACE, ACSM, ISSA, NSCA, or equivalent) or a related degree.
• Passion for working with seniors and helping older adults stay healthier and more independent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to clients' homes.
• Technology, internet connection, and environment suitable for high-quality video sessions.
• Maintain current CPR/AED certification.
• Maintain active professional liability insurance.
• Dependable, compassionate, self-motivated, and committed to outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, one-on-one personal training sessions for seniors, in-home or virtual via video calls.
• Perform fitness assessments and create individualized exercise programs based on goals, health history, and abilities.
• Improve strength, balance, mobility, flexibility, endurance, and daily functioning.
• Modify exercises to accommodate injuries or changing abilities.
• Motivate and encourage clients while promoting long-term healthy habits and independence.
• Maintain session notes and communicate progress through the ElderFIT platform.
• Deliver a professional training environment and clear instruction for safe, effective virtual sessions.

Skills

NCCA-certified trainer

Interpersonal communication

Reliable transportation

Video training setup

CPR/AED certification

Professional liability insurance

Seniors fitness focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or physical therapy

Job description

2. Personal Trainer in Buffalo, NY# Personal Trainer in Buffalo, NYContract / 1099Buffalo, New YorkPosted July 16, 2026**Typical rate:**$50-$95/hr- trainers set their own rate## About This RoleAs an ElderFIT trainer, you can work with clients in two ways: provide **in-home personal training** to seniors within your local service area, offer **virtual personal training via video calls** to seniors throughout your time zone, or do both.Buffalo and the surrounding Western New York area are home to a large population of older adults who want to remain active and independent as they age. Throughout Buffalo, Amherst, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, Kenmore, Orchard Park, and surrounding communities, seniors and their families are seeking personalized fitness programs focused on strength, balance, mobility, and everyday function.As an ElderFIT trainer, you'll work directly with older adults to improve strength, balance, mobility, flexibility, and overall quality of life. Rather than spending your time marketing your services or searching for new clients, ElderFIT connects you with seniors actively looking for personal training. You'll enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement for eligible in-home sessions, and the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships while helping older adults stay active and independent.## ResponsibilitiesAs an ElderFIT Personal Trainer, you will:* Provide safe, one-on-one personal training sessions for seniors, either in their homes or virtually via video calls.* Perform fitness assessments and establish individualized exercise programs based on each client's goals, health history, and functional abilities.* Help clients improve strength, balance, mobility, flexibility, endurance, and confidence with everyday activities.* Modify exercises as needed to accommodate injuries, chronic conditions, or changing physical abilities.* Motivate and encourage clients while promoting long-term healthy habits and independence.* Maintain accurate session notes and communicate progress through the ElderFIT platform.* Deliver an exceptional customer experience by communicating professionally, being dependable, and building trusting relationships with clients and their families.* For virtual sessions, provide a professional training environment and clear instruction that allows clients to exercise safely and effectively via video.## QualificationsWe're looking for personal trainers who:* Hold an **active personal trainer certification from an NCCA-approved program** (NASM, ACE, ACSM, ISSA, NSCA, or equivalent) or have a bachelor's or advanced degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or physical therapy.* Have a passion for working with seniors and helping older adults live healthier, more independent lives.* Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Have reliable transportation and are comfortable traveling to clients' homes throughout the Buffalo area if offering in-home training.* Have the technology, internet connection, and appropriate environment needed to conduct high-quality video sessions if offering virtual training.* Maintain current CPR/AED certification.* Maintain active professional liability insurance that covers personal training services.* Are dependable, compassionate, self-motivated, and committed to providing outstanding service.