Restorative Fitness Coach + Personal Trainer (Part-Time)

Thrivevb; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Thrive Proactive Health is seeking a Part-Time Fitness Coach + Exercise Specialist. This position involves designing effective fitness programs and supporting physical therapy sessions to help clients thrive. The ideal candidate is a certified trainer eager to learn in a collaborative environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Commission-based pay structure

On-the-job training and mentorship

W-2 employee status with liability coverage

Supportive, learning-focused team culture

Qualifications

• Certified Personal Trainer or working toward certification.
• Eager to learn and passionate about biomechanics.
• Available 10–20 hours per week with potential for growth.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging fitness programs for clients.
• Perform fitness assessments for programming guidance.
• Support physical therapy sessions and customer service.

Skills

Biochemistry

Communication

Client Care

Education

Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, ACSM, ACE)

Job description

Location: Virginia Beach, VA | In-person
Company: Thrive Proactive Health ThriveVB.com

Are you a certified personal trainer or fitness enthusiast who loves anatomy, biomechanics, and helping people move better?

At Thrive Proactive Health, we do fitness differently. We combine science, biomechanics, and whole-person wellness to help clients build strength, improve movement, and truly thrive.

We’re looking for a Part-Time Fitness Coach + Exercise Specialist who is eager to grow their skills, build meaningful client relationships, and contribute to a collaborative, high-energy team.

This is more than a job—it’s a career path for trainers who want to merge fitness and rehab, learn from clinical experts, and make a real difference in people’s lives.

What You’ll Do

As a Fitness Coach, you’ll:
Design safe, effective, and engaging fitness programs for private, semi-private, and small group clients
Perform fitness assessments and screenings to guide programming
Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and support them in achieving their goals
Collaborate with our team on marketing, client retention, and program growth (social media, community events, etc.)
Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming fitness environment

As an Exercise Specialist/PRN Rehab Aide (as needed), you’ll:
Support physical therapy sessions by cueing exercises and monitoring form
Assist with clinic flow and customer service when scheduled

Who We’re Looking For

Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, ACSM, ACE, etc.) or working toward certification
Passion for biomechanics, anatomy, and restorative fitness
Eager to learn—on-the-job training and mentorship provided!
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Flexible and available 10–20 hours per week, with potential for growth
Committed to client care, integrity, and continuous learning

Why Thrive?

Commission-based pay structure—earn 40–60% of revenue per client session, with rates based on experience, client load, and retention performance; no ceiling on your income!This is a freedom model - You control your earning potential—your impact and hustle directly influence your paycheck. Thrive provides the space, mentorship, and support—you bring the passion, clients, and energy.
$18–25/hour for required staff meetings, trainings, and PRN rehab aide shifts
On-the-job training and mentorship from a team of sport and spine clinical experts
Opportunities to learn and grow—Thrive is a collaborative health and wellness clinic with PTs, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and more
W-2 employee status with liability coverage—no independent contractor headaches
A supportive, learning-focused team culture.Growth potential based on performance and client development

Ready to build your career in fitness and wellness?

Apply now and tell us why you’re excited to join Thrive!