Personal Trainer, East 53rd Street

Equinox Group is a high-growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We include Equinox, Blink, Pure Yoga, SoulCycle, Equinox Hotels, and Equinox Media. Our brands inspire and motivate members and employees to maximize life, with locations across major cities in the United States, London, Toronto, and Vancouver.

We are passionate about high-performance living and invest in our own health and fitness. We believe in unlocking untapped potential through a disruptive approach, dreaming big, and never settling for the status quo. We value humility, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of what’s next in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior.

About the Role

As an Equinox Personal Trainer, your career becomes an empowered lifestyle focused on maximizing both personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers, you will develop and refine skills in programming, education, business, and financial planning. Equinox is the industry leader in Personal Training expertise, with the first in-house education program through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute (EFTI). For over twenty years, EFTI has elevated trainers to design safe, effective, and results-driven fitness programs. We compensate trainers for education time and offer the highest compensation structure in the industry, with earning potential of $100K+.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain an active client base.
• Manage and maintain an accurate schedule, including client appointments, meetings, and open availability within internal scheduling systems.
• Market and sell personal training programs through phone calls, emails, and in-person interactions.
• Maintain knowledge of all club services, programs, and products.
• Execute fitness assessments, guided workouts, and complimentary services for members.
• Interact with members to enhance their workouts and overall club experience.
• Create and coach personalized programs for both in-person and virtual clients.
• Maintain an organized and safe fitness floor during shifts and sessions.
• Attend continuing education classes to elevate knowledge and qualify for promotions.
• Participate in required one-on-one or team meetings with management.

Requirements

• Current Personal Training certification or willingness to obtain one through certification reimbursement program.
• Eligibility to begin at a higher Tier & pay rate based on previous experience and education (e.g., a degree in the field).
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Certification opportunities available for non-certified applicants.
• Passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding fitness.
• Ability to work in-person during weekdays and weekends.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Basic computer and technology skills.
• Energetic, friendly, punctual, and respectful demeanor.

Pay

$40.50–$98.00 per session; $17/hour for non-session work. Ability to earn additional incentive bonuses.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, and industry-leading commission opportunities.
• Complimentary club membership.
• Perks and incentives on products and services, including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa, and Shop.
• Medical, dental, and retirement planning options.