Certified Personal Trainer

VASA Fitness • Northbrook, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At VASA Fitness, Personal Trainers guide clients through their fitness journeys by designing and adapting training programs, providing fitness coaching, and motivating clients. Trainers lead one-on-one personal training, semi-private training, and small group sessions, helping members build confidence, strength, and consistency through effective strength and conditioning programs. The role emphasizes safe, fun, results-driven workouts and meaningful connections with clients.

Trainers contribute to an inclusive and welcoming gym environment and help members achieve lasting progress. Compensation is reviewed quarterly, with opportunities to increase pay by adding certifications, hours, and clients. Base pay is $15.00 per hour plus session pay, with average pay stated as approximately $20.00 per hour. Session pay ranges from $27 to $76 per hour depending on group size, certifications, and experience.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain 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 for employees, 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