Fitness Trainer for Seniors

About the role

Fitness Trainers are the heart of the Live 2 B Healthy program, delivering safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes for older adults in senior living communities. Trainers also provide individualized attention through private one‑on‑one training and small‑group training sessions. The role requires a passion for helping seniors stay active, with a strong commitment to program quality, safety, and participant progress.

Highlights: fulfilling, purposeful work with seniors and their communities; flexible scheduling; training and development; part of a national brand.

Responsibilities

• Lead group fitness classes: conduct scheduled on‑site classes tailored to older adults, focusing on functional movement, balance, and strength.
• Private & small‑group training: deliver personalized sessions based on individual goals and abilities, following approved programming and documentation protocols.
• Ensure safety & inclusivity: monitor participants, modify activities as needed to support all fitness levels.
• Build positive relationships: create a motivating, respectful, inclusive environment; establish trust with residents, staff, and community decision‑makers.
• Follow program guidelines: adhere to all Live 2 B Healthy protocols and curriculum standards for all training formats.
• Communication & reporting: accurately report attendance, session feedback, and client notes to the Fitness Program Manager; communicate class concerns or scheduling issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior fitness, personal training, group fitness, aqua, yoga, or rehab‑based exercise.
• Current nationally recognized fitness certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or equivalent).
• Current CPR/AED certification (required).
• Strong interpersonal skills and an encouraging, client‑centered approach.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality for scheduled sessions.
• Preferred: previous experience with private clients or small‑group training.
• Preferred: background working with seniors or within senior living communities.
• Preferred: understanding of age‑related conditions and how to safely modify exercises.

Compensation

Hourly pay based on experience and certifications, with additional compensation for private and small‑group sessions. Mileage and travel time may be reimbursed as applicable.

This franchise is independently owned and operated; applications go directly to the franchisee, and hiring decisions are made by franchise management.