Personal Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Personal Trainer – The Adirondack Club

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About The Adirondack Club

The Adirondack Club is the region’s premier performance and wellness facility, committed to delivering exceptional coaching to a diverse client base—from general population to highly motivated individuals seeking measurable, lasting results. We specialize in personalized, evidence-informed training programs that align with each client’s goals, lifestyle, and performance benchmarks.

Position Overview

We are expanding our team of dedicated professionals and are seeking a highly skilled Personal Trainer committed to excellence in coaching and long-term client success. This is an opportunity for an experienced trainer to build and refine their practice within a collaborative, high-performance environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in exercise science, a results-driven mindset, and a proven ability to design and deliver customized training programs that produce measurable outcomes. Success in this role requires professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous development, along with the ability to effectively coach clients across a range of training backgrounds, ages, and performance goals.

For trainers interested in expanding their scope of impact, this role offers the opportunity to work with youth athletes across a range of ages and abilities. Additional opportunities for the right candidate include contributing to youth athletic development programming and leading middle and high school sports performance training groups.

Who Thrives Here

• Trainers who approach coaching as a profession and long-term career , not simply a session-based role
• Individuals who are results-driven , with a focus on measurable client outcomes and long-term retention
• Coaches who value individualized program design and avoid one-size-fits-all training approaches
• Professionals who are comfortable working with a broad and diverse client base , including adult fitness clients and youth athletes
• Those committed to continuous learning and professional development , staying current with best practices in training and performance
• Trainers who bring a strong presence, energy, and accountability to every session
• Team-oriented individuals who contribute positively to a collaborative, high-standard training environment
• Self-motivated professionals who can build, manage, and grow their client base while maintaining a high level of service

Key Responsibilities

Program Development

• Design and implement individualized and small-group training programs tailored to each client’s age, experience level, and specific objectives
• Develop progressive, age-appropriate programming that enhances strength, mobility, agility, and overall performance

Assessment & Evaluation

• Conduct ongoing client assessments and track measurable progress
• Adjust programming based on performance data, client feedback, and evolving goals

Training & Coaching

• Deliver high-quality, engaging training sessions that challenge and motivate clients while maintaining a strong focus on safety and technique
• Apply a range of coaching methodologies to effectively instruct and inspire clients with diverse needs and abilities
• Foster a professional, positive training environment that supports accountability, consistency, and long-term client development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Management, or related field (preferred)
• Nationally recognized certification (e.g., NSCA-CSCS, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 1+ year of personal training experience, with demonstrated success working across a broad client demographic
• Proven track record of designing and implementing effective, results-driven training programs
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills
• Professional mindset with the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive, performance-based compensation tied to training sessions
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) and club privileges
• Opportunity to grow within a respected, high-quality training environment