Personal Trainer and Sales (Full or Part Time)

Anytime Fitness•Columbia, MO

11d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Anytime Fitness in Columbia, Missouri, is seeking an outgoing, motivated Personal Trainer and Sales team member to help members build confidence and reach their fitness goals. The position combines coaching and sales: you will provide one-on-one and small-group training, conduct fitness consultations, recommend and sell personal training programs, follow up with leads, and develop a client base. You will receive leads and scheduled consultations and are also expected to create new opportunities through outreach and relationship-building. The role is open to certified trainers and to applicants willing to earn an accepted, nationally recognized personal training certification within three months of hire. The employer provides paid onboarding, certification study support, a mentoring coach, sales training, and ongoing professional development. Applicants must have current CPR/AED certification before beginning to train clients. Compensation is stated as total pay of $20 to $27 per hour, consisting of hourly base pay, sales commissions, and pay for training sessions delivered. Administrative work has guaranteed hourly pay. The position may be full-time or part-time, with flexible hours generally from late morning to evening. The schedule may begin below full-time and grow to four ten-hour days, Monday through Thursday. Some Saturdays may be needed. Benefits and support include paid time off, a free gym membership, and continuing education opportunities through Club Connect.

Requirements

Genuine desire to help people improve their lives through fitness.
Strong communication skills and ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
Comfort with sales, follow-up, and working toward goals, or willingness to learn.
Reliability, initiative, and a positive, coachable attitude.
Availability for flexible hours from late morning to evening, Monday through Thursday; some Saturdays may be needed.
Current accepted, nationally recognized personal training certification, such as NASM or ACE, or ability to earn one within three months of hire.
Current CPR/AED certification before beginning to train clients.

Nice To Haves

Existing personal training certification; certified trainers are preferred.
Customer service, restaurant, hospitality, retail, or sales experience.
Personal training or small-group coaching experience.
Familiarity with fitness apps or club management software.
Previous professional fitness experience; it is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

Coach members in one-on-one and small-group training sessions.
Conduct fitness consultations to understand members' goals, experience, and needs.
Recommend and sell personal training programs suited to members' goals and abilities.
Follow up with leads, prospective clients, and current members.
Build a client base through consistent outreach, excellent service, and strong relationships.
Create engaging workouts tailored to each client's fitness level and goals.
Track client progress, celebrate achievements, and support accountability.
Support client retention through regular communication and continued encouragement.
Contribute to a welcoming, upbeat, and supportive club environment.
Participate in ongoing education, coaching, and team development.
Take an active role in creating new opportunities for personal training.