Personal Trainer

Position Summary

A Personal Trainer is responsible for providing various personal training services that offer members programs to maximize workout efficiency, improve fitness, increase stamina, enjoy their fitness experience and improve overall sense of well‑being. They schedule and complete record keeping according to standard operating procedures. Personal Trainers spend the majority of their work week member‑facing, delivering personal training services, onboarding sessions, or complimentary services. Trainers are familiar with all aspects of Life Time’s Core 3 Brand and Philosophy and educate members in the Core 3.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop safe, professional, exciting and comprehensive personal training programs to ensure client satisfaction and motivation toward personal fitness goals.
• Monitor and instruct clients during sessions on the safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength training equipment.
• Educate members on current health and fitness issues and trends.
• Conduct fitness consultations for new clients, including pre‑participation screening, medical history, lifestyle questionnaire, and goal setting to assess and recommend personal training programs.
• Refer members to the appropriate personal trainer level based on needs.
• Fulfill member service requirements such as fitness assessments, equipment operations, service desk duties, and fitness equipment cleaning.
• Promote and sell personal training programs and services.
• Complete all administrative requirements associated with each client’s fitness plan.
• Remain current on certifications and new industry trends.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of personal training experience.
• Certified Personal Trainer.
• CPR and AED certification.
• Knowledge of fitness, cardiovascular training, nutrition, and program design.
• Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class and to bend, stand, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or a related field.

Pay

This position receives a base hourly rate of $16.90 and is eligible for incentive pay based on personal production.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• Fully subsidized membership.
• Discounts on Life Time products and services.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older).
• Training and professional development.
• Paid sick leave where required by law.

Full‑time team members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Pre‑tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
• Parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave.
• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold.