Trainer

Planet Fitness - Baseline Fitness; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dollars for Scholars Program

Employee Appreciation Program

Free Membership for self and 1 family

Job summary

Planet Fitness in Opelousas, LA is seeking a fitness program coordinator to run the PE@PF group class and design simple workout plans for members. You will guide new members toward fitness goals and teach proper equipment use, while promoting class sign-ups and delivering bi-weekly exercise updates.

Responsibilities include front desk support, member sign-ins, tours, updating member information, and maintaining a clean, welcoming gym environment.

Qualifications

• Honesty and a strong work ethic are essential.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a positive, professional demeanor.
• Passion for fitness and health; ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Design and run the PE@PF program and schedule.
• Assist members with fitness goals and equipment use.
• Promote PE@PF class sign-ups and create bi-weekly exercise updates.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and traffic.
• Assist front desk duties (check-ins, tours, member accounts).
• Respond to member questions professionally and escalate as needed.
• Maintain club cleanliness and appearance.

Skills

Honesty & work ethic

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Passion for fitness

Punctuality & reliability

Customer service

Empathy & problem solving

Diplomacy in interactions

Education

Fitness trainer certification

Job description

Job SummaryResponsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF). This includes assisting new members in the achievement of their fitness goals by designing a simple workout program and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, including creating and following the schedule.Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to use the equipment properly and safely.Creating creative and unique ways to promote PE@PF class sign-ups.Create bi-weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises.Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.Assist in front desk related activities including:Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.Check members into the system.New member sign-up.Take potential members on tours.Changing/updating member account informationRespond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Team Lead, MIT or Club Manager as needed.Help maintain the neatness/cleanliness of the club.Assist in cleanliness and appearance of club.BenefitsDollars for Scholars ProgramEmployee Appreciation ProgramFree Membership for self and one family member or friendTeam Member Support TeamHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceVoluntary Life InsurancePet InsuranceHSAAdvancement OpportunitiesMinimum QualificationsHonesty and good work ethicStrong communication and organizational skillsA passion for fitness and healthPunctuality and reliability are a must.Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers, exceeding the member’s expectations.Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.Completed fitness trainer certification.Physical DemandsStanding and walking at least 75% of the shiftTalking in person or on the phone at least 75% of the shiftMust be able to lift to 50 lbs. less than 30% of the time.