Personal Training Director

Powerhouse is undergoing a complete, 100% ground-up rebuild. This is not a refresh. The facility is being fully reimagined and rebranded from the ground up, with new studios, new programming, and a new identity as Powerhouse Plus. About the Role Powerhouse Gym Fort Lauderdale is looking for a Personal Training Director to own one of the most important departments in the club. This is a revenue leadership role: you’ll build, coach, and hold accountable a team of personal trainers who deliver real client results and real sales performance — because in this business, those are the same thing done right. You’ll have full ownership of the department’s P&L drivers — trainer recruitment, session volume, package sales, and client retention — with the backing of club leadership and a compensation plan that pays you for growth. Responsibilities Recruit, hire, and onboard trainers who meet Powerhouse’s service and credential standards Coach, mentor, and hold trainers accountable to clear performance and sales targets Run weekly team meetings built around KPIs, client outcomes, and sales skill development Manage scheduling, floor coverage, and workload distribution to maximize both productivity and client experience Set and drive daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets for the department Build strategies that grow package sales, renewals, and session utilization Sit in on consultations, support closes, and coach trainers through objection handling in real time Track individual trainer performance and intervene early when numbers slip Client Experience & Retention Ensure every session meets club standards and moves clients toward their goals Review client feedback and program effectiveness on a regular cadence Own service recovery — when a client has a problem, you resolve it Champion progress tracking, milestone recognition, and client-trainer engagement Operations & Reporting Report departmental KPIs to club leadership: revenue, utilization, retention Ensure accurate contracts, payments, and session tracking Maintain compliance with health, safety, and certification standards Execute in-club promotions, challenges, and workshops that generate PT interest Partner with the membership sales team to convert new members into training clients Qualifications 2+ years in a fitness leadership role — Personal Training Manager or Director strongly preferred Proven record leading a sales-driven team to exceed revenue targets Current certification from a nationally accredited body (NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM, or equivalent) CPR/AED certification Strong command of fitness assessment, goal setting, and program design Excellent coaching, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills — you build high-performance culture, not just schedules High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field preferred CRM or club management software proficiency a plus Required Skills Strong leadership and team management abilities Sales-driven mindset with a focus on results Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to analyze performance metrics and implement improvements Preferred Skills Experience with CRM or club management software Advanced knowledge of fitness programming and client engagement strategies Pay range and compensation package Compensation: $75,000 – $100,000 Equal Opportunity Statement Powerhouse Gym is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Powerhouse Gym SoFlo