Fitness Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Planet Fitness

Fitness Trainer

Job Description

Job Summary

The Fitness Trainer will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (View email address on ziprecruiter.com). This includes assisting new members in the achievement of their fitness goals by designing a simple workout program and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness View email address on ziprecruiter.com program, including creating and following the schedule.
• Responsible for actively recruiting members within the facility to sign up for training classes or Design your own programs
• Ensuring that each class has a minimum of three members signed up to attend
• Responsible for calling all new members daily and informing them about the Fitness Training services and options advising them to sign-up for PE at PF or Design Your Own Program
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment
• Enforce all gym policies and safety rules to reduce the chance of any accidents and to maintain a safe and comfortable environment in which club members can exercise
• Responsible to do “walk-arounds” throughout his/her shift and assist members/guests as necessary
• Create bi-weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic
• Assist in front desk related activities including:
• • Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
  • Check members into the system.
  • New member sign-up.
  • Take prospective members on tours.
  • Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Manager as needed.

·         Perform emergency first aid when needed, including treating minor injuries with bandages or wrapping and administering ice

·         When not training customers, Fitness Trainer is responsible for ensuring that all weights are racked properly, machines are clean and that general workout areas are tidy and presentable

·         Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Manager as needed

·         Fitness Trainer is responsible for other duties as assigned

Job Skills & Qualifications

• A passion for fitness and health
• Upbeat and positive attitude
• Punctuality and reliability is a must
• Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers, exceeding the member’s expectations.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED equivalent
• Bachelors in Kinesiology is a plus
• 2-year min experience as a personal trainer (internship training be considered)
• Current CPR Certification
• Nationally Certified Training Certificate by ISSA, NASM, or NFPT
• Speak, read, & write fluent English

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation Type: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt