(Female) Specialized Personal Trainer

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)•Chicago, IL

6d•$40 - $74

About The Position

The Specialized Personal Trainer specializes in the specific and unique needs of female clients, such as pre- and post-natal exercise and strength training for women. The role develops, implements, monitors, and maintains individualized exercise recommendations for club clients to support exceptional member satisfaction and retention. It also includes selling personal training sessions and programs, with the prime directive of gaining and retaining members. The position is full-time at FFC Union Station. During the first 60–90 days, trainers choose at least five six-hour shifts per week, including at least one weekend shift. Responsibilities during the first 90 days include managing the InBody machine and fitness desk, overseeing the fitness floor, greeting members, and conducting email and phone outreach to build a client base. Trainers organize appointments, contribute to individual and department goals, create personalized workout plans, assist members with exercises, promote relevant FFC programs, help clients reach their goals, maintain certifications and detailed client files, keep the fitness floor clean and safe, and volunteer for special events. At FFC, personal trainers earn commission based on experience and certifications, ranging from $40 to $74 per session. New trainers may earn bonuses of $500–$1,000 per month during their first three months. Benefits and perks include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company 401(k) match; company-paid life insurance; professional-development cost matching; access to FFC University courses and discounted certifications; complimentary access to FFC locations; discounts on spa, retail, and fitness classes; and other employee programs and discounts.

Requirements

Nationally accredited personal training certification.
At least 2 years of experience in a health club setting with proven sales experience.
Must be or have been a Master and/or Elite level trainer.
CPR and AED certification.
Commitment to a full-time schedule of 30 hours per week, including weekends.
During the first 60–90 days, choose at least five six-hour shifts per week, including at least one weekend shift.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology or a related field.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain individualized exercise recommendations for club clients.
Sell personal training sessions and programs.
Build a client base through prospecting, including calls, emails, and social media outreach.
Organize weekly appointments and manage the training schedule.
During the first 90 days, manage the InBody machine and fitness desk and oversee the fitness floor.
Greet members and build relationships with them.
Help meet individual and department goals.
Keep the fitness floor clean and safe.
Create personalized workout plans for new members.
Assist members on the fitness floor with exercises.
Match members to relevant FFC programs.
Deliver quality training to help clients achieve their fitness goals.
Keep certifications up to date.
Volunteer for special events.
Maintain detailed client records.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois.
Company 401(k) match.
Company-paid life insurance.
FFC matches 50% of educational costs up to $200 per year.
Discounts on certifications, including Pilates, Yoga, and Personal Trainer certifications.
Access to FFC University courses and discounted certifications.
Complimentary access to all FFC locations.
25% off spa, retail, and fitness classes.
Employee programs and benefits including pet insurance and T-Mobile discounts.
Opportunity for advancement.
Training and development.
New-trainer bonuses of $500–$1,000 per month during the first three months.