Personal Trainer, Peninsula

Equinox; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Vision and Dental coverage

401K plan

Complimentary club membership

Discounts on Equinox products and sev

Job summary

Equinox is seeking energetic Personal Trainers for our San Mateo and Palo Alto clubs. You will administer fitness evaluations and manage a client base, delivering personalized training and excellent member service while upholding high standards of fitness and hospitality.

The role requires a current PT certification (preferred) and CPR/AED certification, with 1–3 years of PT experience. Excellent communication, reliability, and a proactive, professional attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification (preferred)
• CPR/AED certification
• 1-3 yrs of previous Personal Training experience (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess honesty and personal integrity
• Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
• Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
• Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly

Responsibilities

• Administer fitness evaluations and personal training sessions
• Establish and maintain a personal training client base
• Provide high level of personalized attention to members
• Maintain knowledge of club services, programs and products
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App
• Instruct proper use of equipment and exercise techniques
• Provide excellent customer service to members and prospective members
• Attend PT related meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Personal Training

CPR/AED

1–3 yrs PT experience

Communication skills

Integrity

Fitness knowledge

Time management

Professional demeanor

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door. We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren't slogans here, they're how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don't just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it's not fitness. It's life.

WHAT WE DO

We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work. Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands-on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don't just offer opportunities-we offer long-term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.

We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the Equinox teams at our peninsula clubs in San Mateo & Palo Alto.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer fitness evaluations (Equifits), orientations, stretching and personal training sessions
• Establish and maintain a personal training client base according to company standards
• Provide a high level of personalized attention to members
• Maintain knowledge and/or participation in all club services, programs and products
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App
• Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques which may include operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds
• Provide each member and potential member with the best quality customer service
• Adjust and operate all fitness equipment
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Attend Personal Training related meetings
• Other duties as assigned

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification (preferred)
• CPR/AED certification
• 1-3 yrs of previous Personal Training experience (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess honesty and personal integrity
• Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
• Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
• Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to perform all essential physical aspects of the position which may include standing, sitting, running, walking, jumping, squatting, bending, and reaching. As well as pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs at a time

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
• 401K plan
• Complimentary club membership
• Discounts on Equinox products and services

Pay Transparency: $40.50-$72.50/per session;$18.60-18.70/hr (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/