Personal Training Director

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness•Chicago, IL

2d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is seeking an experienced, high-energy Personal Training Director to lead and grow its personal training department. The director will build and develop a team of trainers, grow programs and revenue, and ensure members receive a results-driven, first-class training experience. The role also includes training the director’s own clients. The position is suited to a seasoned trainer and proven leader who enjoys developing coaches, building programs, and setting a standard for training excellence in a premium club community. The organization emphasizes professionalism, ownership, teamwork, quality, positivity, and a seamless member experience.

Requirements

At least 5 years of personal training experience, including at least 2 years leading or managing a training team.
Current nationally accredited personal training certification, such as NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent.
Current CPR/AED certification.
Proven success growing training revenue and client retention.
Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
Experience with scheduling, payroll, and budgets.
Professional, member-first approach and a strong sense of ownership.
Availability that includes early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends based on department needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of personal trainers, fostering professionalism, accountability, and growth.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and train new trainers, and provide ongoing education and skill development.
Drive department revenue through package sales, retention, and new programs.
Set team performance goals and track sessions, sales, and client retention.
Create and launch programs such as small-group training, challenges, assessments, and specialty offerings.
Manage trainer schedules, payroll, and the department budget.
Ensure training meets safety, quality, and professional standards.
Partner with Membership, Group Fitness, and club leadership to connect new and existing members with training.
Train a personal client base and lead by example on the floor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary life insurance.
401(k).
Paid time off (PTO).
Complimentary family membership.
Complimentary childcare for team members’ children.
50% off club services.
Employee Financial Relief Program.
Daily discounted employee meal program.
Free parking.
Winter and summer team member celebrations.
Entrepreneurial and collaborative team environment.
Base salary of $60,000–$75,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
Commission eligibility on individual training sessions taught.