Trainer

Excel Fitness•McKinney, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trainer works in Club Operations and reports to the General Manager or Assistant Manager. The role delivers Planet Fitness small-group training, supports members in reaching their fitness goals, promotes the PE@PF program, and helps maintain a safe, clean, welcoming club environment. Trainers design appropriate individual exercise programs, lead and encourage members, monitor equipment use, maintain training records and success metrics, and assist with club operations and community outreach. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The role may be full-time or part-time, with scheduled hours generally between 30 and 40 per week depending on business needs. Shifts typically run 6 a.m.–1 p.m. Monday and Friday, and noon–7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Work may also occur outside scheduled hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight, as required. The position is based in a fitness club, has 0% expected travel, and may involve a regularly loud environment and frequent handling of exercise equipment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must maintain an active Personal Training Certification and begin the recertification process one month before expiration.
CPR/AED certification required.
Demonstrated ability to lead, encourage, develop, and supervise the work of others.
Familiarity with Excel’s mission, values, vision, and culture, as well as Planet Fitness brand and operational requirements.
Ability and confidence to lead successful small-group sessions.
Strong communication skills with internal and external customers.
Team-oriented, motivated, and well-organized.
Ability to think critically and proactively evaluate solutions to problems.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in exercise science or kinesiology may be accepted in place of a Personal Training Certification.
Team Players who are not yet certified may complete a Trainer Certification of their choice within the first 30 days of employment.
Team Players who are not yet CPR/AED-certified may complete CPR/AED training within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Be proficient in the role as described in the PF Trainer Playbook and PFU, and remain familiar with Planet Fitness mobile app content and workout tracking features.
Be available to train members during PE@PF small-group training sessions.
Design safe, effective individual exercise programs based on members’ exercise experience, medical background, and personal goals.
Submit training programs and workout logs to the General Manager for review as needed.
Inspect equipment for malfunction or damage and report findings to the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
Perform general equipment maintenance, including guide rod lubrication and inspection of cables, belts, pads, and other equipment parts.
Maintain training session, schedule, and attendance data in club management software, and track and record PE@PF success metrics.
Monitor the club floor to ensure members use equipment correctly and follow club policy, and offer assistance.
Engage, motivate, encourage, and support members in pursuing their goals and building loyalty to the PE@PF program.
Promote PE@PF and, when sessions are not booked, walk the floor, greet unfamiliar members, identify those needing help, and recommend free training sessions.
Educate Team Players about the PE@PF program and its sessions, encourage them to share information with members, and build enthusiasm for program participation.
Monitor and maintain club cleanliness and atmosphere.
Assist with front desk operations as needed, including point-of-sale use.
Communicate professionally with members and provide a high level of member service.
Assist the General Manager and represent the company at community events and other outreach activities.