Personal Trainer, Downtown SF
About The Position
Equinox is seeking Personal Trainers for its Beale Street, Pine Street, and Equinox Sports Club San Francisco locations. Personal Trainers develop their programming, education, business, and financial-planning skills with guidance from two dedicated managers. They create safe, effective, results-driven fitness programs and help clients and members improve their performance and club experience. Equinox provides in-house education through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute and compensates trainers for time spent in internal education. The position offers session pay of $40.50–$72.50, $19.61 per hour for non-session work, and opportunities for additional incentive bonuses; the company states that earning potential can exceed $100,000. Trainers build and maintain an active client base, manage their schedules, and market and sell training programs. They provide fitness assessments, guided workouts, and personalized coaching both in person and virtually, while maintaining a safe and organized fitness floor. They also attend continuing education and required management meetings. Trainers must be able to work in person on weekdays and weekends.
Requirements
- Current Personal Training certification, or willingness to obtain one through the certification reimbursement program.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
- Passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding fitness.
- Ability to work in person on weekdays and weekends.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective time-management and organizational skills.
- Basic computer and technology skills.
- Energetic, friendly, punctual, and respectful.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience and education, including a degree in the field, may qualify the trainer to begin at a higher tier and pay rate.
- Non-certified applicants may pursue available certification opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain an active client base.
- Manage and maintain an accurate schedule, including client appointments, meetings, and open availability in internal scheduling systems.
- Market and sell personal training programs to members and clients by phone, email, and in person.
- Maintain knowledge of club services, programs, and products.
- Conduct fitness assessments, guided workouts, and other complimentary services for members.
- Interact with members to enhance their workouts and overall club experience.
- Create and coach personalized programs for in-person and virtual clients.
- Maintain an organized and safe fitness floor during shifts and sessions.
- Attend continuing education classes to expand knowledge and qualify for promotions.
- Attend and participate in required one-on-one or team meetings with management.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits available within the first month of employment.
- Compensation for time spent in internal education.
- Company discounts with certifying bodies and access to seminars and workshops for continuing education credits.
- Bonus opportunities for eligible trainers, including New Trainer, Tri Annual Incentive, Senior Trainer Annual, and Member Referral bonuses.
- Pathway to management through the in-house Manager-In-Training program.
- Competitive compensation plan with earning potential over $100,000.
- Complimentary club membership.
- Perks and incentives on company products and services, including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa, and Shop.
- Competitive benefits and industry-leading commission opportunities for club employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
