Certified Personal Trainer

VASA FITNESS • Northbrook, IL

4d • $15 - $76 • Onsite

About The Position

At VASA Fitness, the Certified Personal Trainer helps clients progress on their fitness journeys by designing and adapting training programs, providing fitness coaching, and motivating clients. The trainer leads one-on-one personal training, semi-private training, and small group sessions, using strength and conditioning programs to help members build confidence, strength, and consistency. The role emphasizes meaningful client connections and safe, fun, results-driven workouts.

The position is based at 4125 E Dundee Road, Northbrook, Illinois 60062. Base pay is $15.00 per hour plus session pay, with average total pay stated as approximately $20.00 per hour. Session pay ranges from $27 to $76 per hour depending on group size, certifications, and experience. Pay is reviewed quarterly, with opportunities for increases as certifications, hours, and clients are added.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology, or an NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.
• CPR/AED Certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, optimistic approach.
• Passion for health, wellness, exercise science, strength and conditioning, and fitness training.

Nice To Haves

• Fitness sales experience.
• Personal training, group fitness, or coaching experience; all experience levels are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Design and adapt training programs to clients' needs.
• Provide fitness coaching and motivate clients.
• Lead one-on-one personal training, semi-private training, and small group sessions.
• Build relationships that lead to new client sales and long-term retention.
• Deliver safe, effective, and engaging personal training sessions tailored to each client's needs.
• Guide members through fitness assessments and wellness check-ins that encourage ongoing training.
• Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive atmosphere in and around the training floor and gym.
• Demonstrate professionalism through appearance, punctuality, and consistent execution of safety and cleaning standards.
• Contribute to a supportive fitness community where clients feel connected, encouraged, and motivated.

Benefits

• Two complimentary gym memberships, including one to share.
• Discounted personal training sessions.
• Eligibility to participate in 401(k) options.
• Employee Assistance Program, including therapy, financial advising, and legal advice.
• For employees working 30 or more hours per week: paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level