Elite Personal Trainer & Fitness Program Designer

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and commission

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art equipment

Complimentary gym membership

Staff discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane invites an Advanced Certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Program Designer to guide clients toward fitness goals through personalized training programs and expert instruction. You will assess fitness, design bespoke regimes, and provide ongoing motivation within a dynamic team.

Lead one-on-one and small group sessions, educate on exercise principles and nutrition, monitor progress, adjust programs, and contribute to innovative fitness programming at a modern center

Qualifications

• Nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Certified Personal Trainer, with a proven track record of client success.
• Specialization certifications (e.g., corrective exercise, sports performance, nutrition coaching) are highly advantageous.
• Solid understanding of exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Ability to design comprehensive and progressive training programs.
• Proficiency in using fitness assessment tools and technology.
• CPR/AED certification required.
• A genuine passion for health, fitness, and helping others achieve their potential.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Polokwane , Limpopo.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough fitness assessments, including body composition analysis, cardiovascular testing, and strength evaluations.
• Design and implement safe, effective, and personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client goals, abilities, and health status.
• Provide one-on-one and small group personal training sessions, demonstrating proper exercise technique and providing motivation.
• Educate clients on exercise principles, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle habits to promote sustainable results.
• Monitor client progress, regularly reassessing and adjusting programs to ensure continued improvement and prevent plateaus.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research, trends, and best practices in exercise science, fitness, and nutrition.
• Develop and lead specialized fitness classes or workshops based on client demand and industry trends.
• Maintain accurate client records, including assessment results, program details, and progress notes.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and results-oriented training environment.
• Contribute to the overall success and positive atmosphere of the fitness center in Polokwane .

Skills

Client motivation

Communication

Program design

Exercise science

Education

Personal Trainer certification (NASM/ACE/ACSM)

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Fitness assessment tools

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane invites an Advanced Certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Program Designer to guide clients toward fitness goals through personalized training programs and expert instruction. You will assess fitness, design bespoke regimes, and provide ongoing motivation within a dynamic team.

Lead one-on-one and small group sessions, educate on exercise principles and nutrition, monitor progress, adjust programs, and contribute to innovative fitness programming at a modern center