Personal Trainer

Anytime Fitness - 902715•Chicago, IL

13d•$19 - $22

About The Position

Anytime Fitness is seeking qualified personal trainers to deliver safe, effective, and engaging workout experiences to a wide variety of clients. Personal Trainers create and conduct exercise programs, motivate members, and help them make incremental lifestyle changes that support sustainable, long-term results. The role includes fitness consultations, one-on-one training, small-group and group training, and virtual training. Trainers may work at neighboring branches; specific locations will be discussed during the interview. Compensation includes a base hourly rate plus additional training commissions based on client roster, sessions delivered, and package sales. Earnings may increase as trainers build client relationships and deliver results.

Requirements

Have a strong knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics.
Acquire a fitness or personal trainer certification within 90 days of hire from an AF-approved education company, such as ACSM, ACE, NASM, or NSCA.
Be able to multitask and stay organized.
Have positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Have the desire and capacity to train people of all fitness levels.
Be able to manage time and schedules.

Nice To Haves

Ability to give guidance, education, and coaching to others.
Ability to encourage others to do their best.
Comfort and confidence with fitness program design and instruction.
Ability to promote and influence behavior change.
Ability to develop relationships with people of varied backgrounds.
Ability to keep clients and customers happy and engaged.

Responsibilities

Deliver pre-designed workouts to groups of four or more members.
Program and implement individualized workouts for members.
Energize and motivate members during training sessions.
Build fitness attendance and retain current members.
Ensure participant safety by monitoring heart rate and exercise technique.
Offer exercise options and challenges suited to different skill levels.
Attend weekly or monthly fitness staff meetings and required educational presentations.
Address member concerns when applicable.
Support sales and marketing for fitness programming.
Conduct proactive outreach to inactive members.
Assist with member retention efforts.
Provide exceptional member service.
Conduct fitness consultations, one-on-one training, small-group training, group training, and virtual training.