Personal Trainer

Life Time Inc.•Evanston, IL

25d

About The Position

Personal Trainers support members in living happier, healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships. They provide an educational, supportive member experience that upholds the integrity of the Life Time brand. The role includes developing and documenting client fitness programs, instructing clients in safe equipment use, conducting consultations, and assisting members on the fitness floor. Trainers also promote personal training services, complete related administrative and member-service duties, and maintain current credentials and industry knowledge.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of personal training experience.
Certified personal trainer certification.
CPR and AED certification.
Knowledge of fitness, cardiovascular training, nutrition, and program design.
Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class and to bend, stand, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or another related field.

Responsibilities

Develop safe, professional, comprehensive client programs that support goal achievement and retention.
Monitor and instruct clients during personal training sessions on the safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength-training equipment.
Complete required role-related training.
Conduct fitness consultations for new clients, including pre-participation screening, medical history, lifestyle questionnaires, and goal setting, to assess and recommend personal training programs.
Assist members on the fitness floor to promote safety, provide education, and motivate them.
Fulfill member-service requirements, including fitness assessments, equipment operations, service desk duties, and fitness equipment cleaning.
Promote and sell personal training programs and services.
Complete administrative requirements associated with each client’s fitness plan.
Stay current on certifications and industry trends.
Provide superior customer service through complimentary and paid services or programming so members feel competent, confident, and connected.
Document all aspects of client programming.
Maintain credentials and continuing education to advance through the levels program.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
For full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time team members: life insurance.
For full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
For full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
For full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
For eligible full-time team members meeting the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.