Personal Trainer, San Mateo

Equinox; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Club membership

Industry-leading commissions

Incentives for PT, Pilates, Spa, Shop

Job summary

Equinox is seeking an energetic Personal Trainer to join our team in the San Mateo area. This non-exempt hourly role reports to the Personal Trainer Manager and Fitness Manager and offers meaningful impact within a growing, dynamic wellness organization.

Responsibilities include conducting fitness evaluations, building client relationships, and delivering high-quality training sessions with safety and program integrity. Attendees should have current certifications and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification is required.
• CPR/AED certification is required.
• 1-3 yrs of Personal Training experience is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Administer fitness evaluations, orientations, stretching and personal training sessions.
• Establish and maintain a personal training client base per company standards.
• Provide high level of personalized attention to members and maintain club services knowledge.
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App and demonstrate proper equipment use.
• Attend Personal Training related meetings and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Personal training

Client service

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Nationally recognized Personal Training certification

CPR/AED certification

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.

Job Description

We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainer, reporting to the Personal Trainer Manager and Fitness Manager to join the Equinox team. This is a non-exempt hourly position great for candidates looking to make a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization.

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

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification- Required
• 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

Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

Pay Transparency: $40.50-$72.50/per session; $19.61/hour (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses

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/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.