Personal Trainer/Health Fitness Professional (Base Pay + Commission)

HealthFitness•Washington, DC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, creating a strong community of health. This role is at an employee-only corporate fitness site in downtown Washington, D.C. The position involves leading group fitness classes, delivering personal training sessions, designing programs for sustainable behavior change, and providing administrative and operational support. The role offers a predictable schedule, no sales pressure, and opportunities for commission on top of base pay. It is well-suited for someone passionate about helping others build sustainable fitness habits.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) OR 2+ years’ fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
OSHA compliant Adult CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute. (Note: Must be 100% in-person or blended course).
NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency.
Industry recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA required within 60-90 days of hire.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.

Responsibilities

Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.
Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions.
Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.
Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program and equipment orientations.
Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.
Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.
Other duties as needed/assigned.