Personal Training Lead

VASA FITNESS•Phoenix, AZ

4d•$55,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Personal Training Lead (PTL) manages the club's personal training department. The role advances the personal training business by building and developing a high-performing team, inspiring trainers to deliver world-class coaching, and driving client acquisition and retention. The PTL helps ensure training sessions are safe, effective, and results-driven while fostering a friendly, fun, and inclusive atmosphere. The position combines mentorship with responsibility for meeting monthly session targets. Compensation typically ranges from $55,000 to $85,000 in total annual compensation, combining hourly pay, monthly bonuses, and commission. Leadership and operational responsibilities pay $18–$24 per hour. The role also offers eligibility for monthly team-performance bonuses, commission for personal training sales and session delivery, and spot bonuses for net client additions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology, or an NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification.
At least 3 years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Current CPR/AED certification.
Strong communication skills.
Background in customer service or member services.
Optimistic, self-motivated, and adaptable mindset.
Passion for fitness, gym culture, and helping people live healthier lives.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Manage the club's personal training department and advance its business.
Build, develop, and support a high-performing team of personal trainers.
Inspire trainers to provide world-class coaching and deliver safe, effective, results-driven training sessions.
Coach trainers on consultations, packages, and upselling training services to meet and exceed monthly sales goals.
Lead an adaptable team that adjusts programming to client needs across strength and conditioning, wellness coaching, and fitness training.
Increase acquisition of new personal training clients and improve retention of existing clients.
Create an approachable environment in and around the Personal Training Cage and across the gym floor.
Maintain professionalism and ensure training spaces are clean and safe, supporting client retention and a strong value-to-cost ratio.
Provide trainers with resources, meaningful check-ins, and growth opportunities.
Meet monthly session targets while mentoring team members.

Benefits

Two complimentary gym memberships for employees, including one to share.
Discounted personal training sessions.
Eligibility to participate in 401(k) options.
Employee Assistance Program, including therapy, financial advising, and legal advice.
Paid Time Off (40 hours/week).
Health benefits.
Dental benefits.
Vision benefits.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible Vacation Plan.
Paid holidays.
Monthly bonus eligibility based on team performance targets.
Commission for personal training sales and session delivery.
Unlimited spot bonus eligibility: $1,000 per 50 net clients added.