Personal Trainer - Tonawanda

Crunch Fitness Corporate•Tonawanda, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Crunch Fitness is a rapidly expanding fitness brand with more than 500 franchised and corporate-owned gyms. Guided by its “No Judgments” philosophy, the company aims to make serious fitness fun through exercise, entertainment, and innovation. The Personal Trainer delivers individualized fitness programs, creates a motivating environment, and supports members in reaching their health and fitness goals. The trainer serves as a fitness expert and mentor, promotes safe and effective exercise, and upholds Crunch’s standards and values. The role includes developing and maintaining a client base, coordinating and managing appointments using internal scheduling tools, and promoting personal training packages. Trainers assess clients, design and adapt workout programs, demonstrate safe techniques, encourage and monitor clients, and maintain an organized workout space. They also promote fitness programs and challenges, keep current with training developments, follow company policies, and maintain mandatory certifications. The position involves physical activity including lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, prolonged standing, and walking. The posting lists hourly compensation of $16.00, while also describing a performance-based compensation plan with pay up to $67 per hour plus bonuses and commissions, with potential income up to $100,000.

Requirements

Current CPR certification.
NCCA-accredited primary Personal Trainer Certification; a newly hired trainer may have 60 days from the date of hire to complete and provide it. A degree in a related field is accepted in lieu of a primary Personal Trainer Certification.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Baseline computer skills for managing email, business tools, and timecard review.
Enthusiastic and positive attitude.
Ability to perform daily physical duties including lifting heavy weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, prolonged standing, and walking.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A degree in a related field, such as Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Physical Education, Nutrition, or Fitness Specialist.
Personal Trainer experience.

Responsibilities

Cultivate and retain a consistent client base through personalized support and engagement.
Maintain an organized, up-to-date schedule for client sessions, meetings, and availability using internal scheduling tools.
Drive sales of personal training packages through proactive outreach by phone, email, and in person.
Conduct fitness assessments to understand clients’ goals, health status, and fitness levels.
Develop personalized workout programs tailored to individual needs.
Instruct and demonstrate proper exercise techniques to help clients exercise safely and effectively.
Motivate and support clients as they work toward their fitness goals.
Monitor client progress, adjust programs as needed, and provide ongoing feedback.
Stay updated on fitness trends, industry developments, and training techniques.
Maintain a clean, organized workout environment and properly organize equipment.
Promote Crunch Fitness programs and challenges to encourage member participation.
Uphold Crunch Fitness customer service and professionalism standards through the 4 Pillars.
Follow policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
Obtain and/or maintain mandatory education certifications.

Benefits

Access to fitness facilities, cardio machines, strength equipment, and functional training areas.
Performance-based compensation plan with bonuses and commissions.
Career growth and advancement pathways.
Complimentary Crunch gym membership.
Flexible scheduling.
Ongoing tuition reimbursement program.
Complimentary CPR/AED recertification.
Free certifications and continuing education units (CEUs).
Discounts on professional certifications, supplements, and athletic wear.
Monthly cell phone stipend.
Contests with cash prizes, educational opportunities, and unique experiences.
401(k) retirement savings plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
Commuter benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for full-time employees.
Hourly pay listed as $16.00 per hour; the posting also describes pay up to $67 per hour plus bonuses and commissions, with income potential up to $100,000.