Personal Training Coach

Anytime Fitness; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Complimentary gym membership

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Anytime Fitness in Le Mars, IA seeks a motivated Personal Training Coach to blend coaching, relationship-building, and sales. This full-time role focuses on delivering branded outcomes rather than simply counting reps.

You will lead small group sessions, design 1:1 programs, track progress, and promote training packages while maintaining high energy in a busy gym. Compensation includes base salary plus commission and benefits.

Qualifications

• Accredited personal training certification from a recognized program.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Knowledge of physiology, biomechanics, and program design.
• Ability to train all fitness levels safely and effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs in a gym setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead small group sessions and 1:1 training programs.
• Track client progress and maintain data in Club OS daily.
• Promote training packages and close sales with integrity.
• Support membership sales and represent the club publicly.

Skills

Coaching

Sales mindset

Relationship building

Communication

Energy and positivity

Education

Personal Training Certification

Tools

Club OS

Job description

Personal Training Coach

Anytime Fitness – Le Mars, IA
Full-Time | $35,000–$50,000 Base + Commission

Coach. Inspire. Drive Results.

At Anytime Fitness, we don’t rent equipment — we deliver outcomes.

We are looking for a motivated, professional Personal Training Coach who is passionate about helping people transform their lives through fitness. This is not a “count reps and go home” position. This is a performance-based coaching role that blends training, relationship building, and sales.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and want your income to reflect your effort — keep reading.

Deliver Exceptional Coaching

• Lead pre-designed small group sessions (4+ members)
• Design and implement customized 1:1 training programs
• Coach proper movement, progression, and intensity safely
• Use heart rate monitoring and performance tracking tools
• Adapt exercises to meet all fitness levels

Drive Client Results & Retention

• Conduct fitness consultations and goal-setting sessions
• Track client progress and update data in Club OS daily
• Build long-term relationships that increase retention
• Create a motivating, high-energy training environment

Sell with Integrity

• Educate members on the value of personal training
• Prescribe and sell training packages based on client goals
• Follow up with prospects and generate referrals
• Achieve monthly sales and consultation targets

Contribute to Club Growth

• Support membership sales when needed
• Participate in club events and community outreach
• Promote the club on social media
• Maintain cleanliness and professionalism within the facility

Who Succeeds in This Role

• Coaches who genuinely care about client outcomes
• Professionals comfortable discussing and closing training packages
• Individuals who bring energy, urgency, and positivity
• Trainers who want to grow into leadership opportunities
• Self-starters who track metrics and take ownership

If you are uncomfortable talking about money, following up with prospects, or being held accountable to goals, this role will not be a fit.

Required Qualifications

• Accredited Personal Training Certification (ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, ISSA, etc.)
• Current CPR/AED Certification
• Strong understanding of physiology, biomechanics, and program design
• Ability to train all fitness levels safely and effectively
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in an active gym setting
• Willingness to complete and engage in ongoing sales training

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of personal training or group training experience
• Bachelor’s degree in an exercise-related field

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $35,000–$50,000 (based on experience)
• Commission opportunities based on training sales
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) for qualified employees
• Paid Time Off + Holiday Pay
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition assistance for NASM Certification
• Complimentary gym membership
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• Fitness-forward work environment

Schedule Expectations

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Must be available for morning or evening shifts
• Minimum of every other Saturday morning required.

Why Join Anytime Fitness?

You’ll join a team that values accountability, energy, and community. We believe great coaches change lives — and we reward performance accordingly.

Anytime Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.