Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Bonuses based on performance

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive online wellness community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach to join a Durban-based wellness team in a fully remote role. You will design personalized fitness programs, provide ongoing coaching, and motivate clients to reach health goals from your own space.

You will conduct remote assessments, deliver customized workouts, educate on nutrition, track progress, and stay current with fitness trends while using Zoom or similar tools.

Qualifications

• National certification from a recognized fitness organization.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Wellness Coach.
• Ability to design and implement effective fitness programs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Proficiency with virtual meeting platforms and fitness-tracking apps.
• Knowledge of nutrition principles and behaviour change strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple clients remotely.
• Self-motivated, independent work ethic in a remote setting.
• Passion for health, fitness and helping others achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote client assessments to understand fitness levels, goals, and limitations.
• Design and deliver customized workout plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Provide one-on-one virtual coaching sessions, offering guidance, motivation and accountability.
• Educate clients on proper exercise techniques, nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Monitor client progress, adjust training programs as needed and celebrate achievements.
• Utilize online platforms and tools to deliver sessions and communicate with clients.
• Stay updated on the latest fitness trends, research and best practices in online coaching.
• Promote a positive and encouraging environment to foster long-term client adherence.
• Maintain accurate client records and session notes.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivation

Client management

Virtual meeting platforms

Nutrition knowledge

Independent work

Exercise physiology

Education

Certification (NASM/ACE/ACSM/REPS SSA)

Tools

Zoom

Fitness tracking apps

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking wellness company based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, is seeking a Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach to join their team. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to connect with clients and guide their fitness journeys from the comfort of your own space. You will be responsible for designing personalized fitness programs, providing ongoing coaching, and motivating clients to achieve their health and wellness goals. The ideal candidate is passionate about fitness, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a deep understanding of exercise physiology and nutrition. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on individuals' lives through remote guidance and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote client assessments to understand their fitness levels, goals, and limitations.
• Design and deliver customized workout plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Provide one-on-one virtual coaching sessions, offering guidance, motivation, and accountability.
• Educate clients on proper exercise techniques, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Monitor client progress, adjust training programs as needed, and celebrate achievements.
• Utilize online platforms and tools to deliver sessions and communicate with clients.
• Stay updated on the latest fitness trends, research, and best practices in online coaching.
• Promote a positive and encouraging environment to foster long-term client adherence.
• Maintain accurate client records and session notes.

Requirements

• National certification from a recognized fitness organization (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, REPSSA).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Wellness Coach.
• Proven ability to design and implement effective fitness programs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency with virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) and fitness tracking apps.
• Knowledge of nutrition principles and behavior change strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple clients effectively.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Passion for health, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work schedule allowing for excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive contractor rates with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Potential to build a large and loyal client base.
• Access to online training resources and continuing education.
• Be part of a supportive and growing online wellness community.
• Contribute meaningfully to clients' health and well‑being remotely, without geographical constraints of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA.