Personal Trainer - Transform Lives with Confidence & Growth

VASA Fitness; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym memberships (2)

Discounted personal training sessions

401(k) options

Employee Assistance Program – free tax

Paid Time Off and benefits for 30+ hrs

Job summary

VASA Fitness in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Personal Trainer to design and adapt training programs, coach clients, and motivate with energy and care. You’ll lead one-on-one, semi-private, or small group sessions to build confidence, strength, and consistency.

Training begins in September as we open a brand-new club. Bachelor’s in Exercise Science or equivalent certification, CPR/AED, and passion for helping others are essential. Base pay plus session pay, plus benefits and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology or NCCA PT certification.
• CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Excellent communication and a caring, optimistic approach.
• Passion for health, exercise science, and fitness training.
• Sales experience preferred; PT/group fitness experience welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships leading to new client sales and long-term retention.
• Deliver safe, effective, and engaging PT sessions tailored to client needs.
• Guide members through fitness assessments and wellness check-ins.
• Create a welcoming, energetic, inclusive gym atmosphere.
• Demonstrate professionalism in appearance, punctuality, and safety.
• Contribute to a supportive fitness community on the training floor.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

NCCA-accredited Personal Training Cert

CPR/AED Certification

Excellent communication skills

Passion for health and wellness

Sales experience preferred

Experience in PT/group fitness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

VASA Fitness in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Personal Trainer to design and adapt training programs, coach clients, and motivate with energy and care. You’ll lead one-on-one, semi-private, or small group sessions to build confidence, strength, and consistency.

Training begins in September as we open a brand-new club. Bachelor’s in Exercise Science or equivalent certification, CPR/AED, and passion for helping others are essential. Base pay plus session pay, plus benefits and 401(k) options.