Personal Trainer

Special Strong North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Special Strong is hiring a Personal Trainer to provide adaptive fitness services to people with mental, physical, or cognitive challenges. Trainers deliver customized workouts based on each client’s needs and abilities, helping clients pursue fitness and life goals in an inclusive, supportive environment. The role includes private one-to-one training and leading or co-leading group classes at participating on-site locations, with travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location.

Special Strong provides comprehensive training, including online accredited certification programs and hands-on workshops. The company also describes opportunities for career advancement, including the possibility of opening a Special Strong franchise. The franchise is independently owned and operated; applications and hiring decisions are handled by the franchisee.

Requirements

• CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• An approved personal training certification; NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
• Availability to travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location.
• Comfort with smartphones and basic computer operation.

Nice To Haves

• Prior personal trainer experience is preferred but not required.
• Volunteer or professional experience with special needs is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct private one-to-one training sessions.
• Lead or co-lead group classes.
• Update and review client profiles and prepare for upcoming workouts.
• Conduct fitness assessments and reassessments regularly.
• Travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location.
• Work at participating on-site locations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay described as 30% higher than the fitness trainer job standard.
• Flexible scheduling and part-time work.
• Comprehensive training, including online accredited certification programs and hands-on workshops.
• Opportunities for career growth, including resources and support to pursue opening a Special Strong franchise.
• Client retention and a supportive, inclusive community approach to fitness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed