Fitness Instructor

Planet Fitness - TG3E/CM3•Piqua, OH

63d•$14 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitness Trainer creates a welcoming environment for members and provides guidance, instruction, and encouragement to help them achieve their fitness goals. The role leads small-group training sessions, conducts new member orientations, and supports Planet Fitness’s “Judgement Free Zone®” by promoting a safe, inclusive, and motivating atmosphere. This position provides general fitness instruction, not one-on-one personal training. The Fitness Trainer engages with members on the club floor, encourages participation and retention, and helps members use equipment safely and confidently. The role also maintains a clean and safe workout environment, records session participation, and supports front desk operations and club events as needed. This is an onsite, full-time, day-shift position at FG Fitness Piqua LLC in Piqua, Ohio, with an hourly salary range listed as $14.00. The position involves an indoor gym environment and physical activities including prolonged standing and walking, frequent bending and other movements, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to work onsite; this is not a remote position.
Must hold a nationally accredited trainer certification, such as ACE, NASM, ISSA, ACSM, or NSCA.
Obtain and maintain CPR/AED certification within required timeframes.
Obtain tanning certification within company-required timeframes.
Demonstrate a passion for fitness and health, an upbeat and positive attitude, punctuality, and reliability.
Be a strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions and use appropriate behavior and language.
Submit to a background check within the first week of hire; continued employment depends on a satisfactory outcome.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing and walking, frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, twisting, repetitive hand movement, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Be able to perform CPR, operate equipment as needed, and communicate verbally in person and by phone.
Have normal vision and hearing, with or without correction.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a health club, gym, or fitness training environment.
Experience leading small-group workouts or educational sessions.

Responsibilities

Conduct new member orientation sessions (“PE@PF” program), teaching safe and effective use of gym equipment.
Design and lead small-group fitness classes that align with Planet Fitness standards and member needs.
Provide general fitness instruction, encouragement, and guidance on proper equipment use; do not provide one-on-one personal training.
Foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere for members of all fitness levels and promote the “Judgement Free Zone®.”
Build relationships with members to encourage regular participation and promote retention.
Remain visible and available on the club floor to assist members.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workout environment; perform extra cleaning as needed, including wiping down and disinfecting equipment.
Report equipment issues and safety concerns to management immediately.
Track and record participation in fitness sessions.
Support front desk operations as needed, including answering phones, checking members into the system, signing up new members, and taking prospective members on tours.
Assist management with club events, member appreciation days, and other promotions.