Certified Personal Trainer

VASA FITNESS • Tucson, AZ

13d • $15 - $76 • Onsite

About The Position

At VASA Fitness, the Certified Personal Trainer helps clients 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, delivering strength and conditioning programs that help members build confidence, strength, and consistency. The role focuses on safe, fun, results-driven workouts and building meaningful connections with clients.

The position includes a base rate of $15.45 per hour plus session pay, with average pay stated as approximately $20 per hour. Session pay ranges from $27 to $76 per hour depending on group size, certifications, and experience. Pay is reviewed quarterly, with opportunities to increase compensation by adding certifications, hours, and clients.

Employees receive two complimentary gym memberships, discounted personal training sessions, and eligibility to participate in 401(k) options and the Employee Assistance Program. Employees working 30 or more hours per week receive paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and paid parental leave.

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 is preferred.
• Personal training, group fitness, or coaching experience is preferred but not required.

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 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.
• Paid time off for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Paid parental leave for employees working 30 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time