Manager in Training - Personal Training, Chicago

About the role

We are looking for experienced, energetic, creative, and enthusiastic people for the Personal Training - Manager in Training, reporting to the Personal Training Department Manger(s) to join the Equinox team. This is a non-exempt hourly position great for candidates looking to make a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization. In this leadership development position, you will be learning the role and responsibilities of our Personal Training Manager and/or Personal Training Programming and Development Manager. By starting in this position, you will go through an educational program designed to prepare you to step into a Personal Training Manager or Assistant Personal Training Manager.

Responsibilities

• Accountability of team's business deliverables by setting targets, following up, providing feedback and support for progress
• Build and establish a client base by executing fitness evaluations (Equifits), orientations, stretching and personal training sessions
• Generate PT Sales leads, scheduled lead generation activities, and support trainer development to build a successful business
• Ability to Fast Track through Equinox' EFTI (Equinox Fitness Training Institute) training program
• Ability to complete the MIT (Manager in Training) program
• Provide a high level of personalized attention to members
• Maintain knowledge and/or participation in all club services, programs, and products
• Update and maintain the Personal Training App
• Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques which may include operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds
• Provide each member and potential member with the best quality customer service
• Adjust and operate all fitness equipment
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Attend Personal Training related meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification or Bachelors/Masters Degree in the field (Preferred)
• Multiple continuing education certifications (Preferred)
• CPR/AED certification (Required)
• 1-3 yrs. of Personal Training experience (Preferred)
• Must have full time availability including, but not limited to Weekends & Holidays
• Proven experience building a business and attracting new clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess honesty and personal integrity
• Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
• Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
• Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly

Pay

$40.50-$72.50/per session; or $25.00/hr (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses

Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
• Complimentary Club membership
• Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop