Certified Personal Trainer

VASA Fitness

$31K — $158K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology, or NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days)
  • Excellent communication skills with a caring, optimistic approach
  • Passion for health, wellness, exercise science, strength and conditioning, and fitness training
  • Fitness sales experience preferred
  • Personal training, group fitness, or coaching experience preferred, though not required

Responsibilities

  • Design and adapt training programs for individual and group sessions
  • Provide fitness coaching that motivates and energizes clients
  • Lead one-on-one, semi-private, and small group training sessions
  • Build meaningful connections through engaging workouts
  • Perform fitness assessments and wellness check-ins to inspire ongoing training
  • Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive gym atmosphere
  • Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of the job

Benefits

  • Two complimentary gym memberships for employees, plus discounted personal training sessions
  • Eligible to participate in 401(k) options and the Employee Assistance Program offering free therapy and financial/legal advice
  • 30+ hours/week offers Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, and Paid Parental Leave
  • Quarterly pay reviews with opportunities for increased compensation based on certifications and performance
  • Supportive community emphasizing health and wellness in a new club environment
Full Job Description
We are opening a brand-new club-and we9re building the team now. Training begins in August! This is a unique opportunity to train together, grow together, and help shape the culture from day one.

HOW WILL YOU CHANGE LIVES?

As a Personal Trainer at VASA, you9ll be more than a coach--you9ll be a guide on each client9s fitness journey. You9ll design and adapt training programs, provide fitness coaching, and motivate clients with energy and care. Whether leading one-on-one personal training, semi-private training, or small group sessions, you9ll help members build confidence, strength, and consistency through effective strength and conditioning programs. By creating meaningful connections through safe, fun, and results-driven workouts, you9ll not only transform bodies--you9ll transform lives.

WHAT9S IN IT FOR YOU?

When you join VASA, you9ll find more than a job--you9ll find a place to belong. Our trainers believe in our mission, are hard-working, have highstandards, and give energy to others every day.

  • COMPENSATION: Pay is reviewed quarterly with opportunities to increase as you add certifications, hours, and clients!
    • Base: $15.00/hour + session pay (average ~$20.00/hour).
    • Session Pay: $27-$76 per hour depending on group size, certifications and experience.
  • Wellness is a priority! All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships. One for you and one to share! Plus discounted personal training sessions
  • All employees are eligible to participate in 401(k) options, and the Employee Assistance Program -- FREE therapy, financial advising, legal advice, and more.
  • 30+ hours/week: Paid Time Off, Medical / Dental / Vision benefits, and Paid Parental Leave


WHAT WE9RE LOOKING FOR:

We want passionate trainers who thrive on helping others succeed and who bring positivity, energy, and professionalism to every session.

  • Bachelor9s degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology OR NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days)
  • Excellent communication skills and a caring, optimistic approach
  • Passion for health, wellness, exercise science, strength and conditioning, and fitness training
  • Fitness sales experience preferred
  • Personal training, group fitness, or coaching experience preferred, but not required--we welcome all levels

WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

  • Build relationships that lead to new client sales and long-term retention.
  • Deliver safe, effective, and engaging personal training sessions tailored to each client9s unique needs.
  • Guide members through fitness assessments, and wellness check-ins that inspire ongoing training.
  • Create a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive atmosphere in and around the training floor and gym environment.
  • Demonstrate professionalism through appearance, punctuality, and consistent execution of safety and cleaning standards.
  • Actively contribute to a supportive fitness community where clients feel connected, encouraged, and motivated.


Apply today and start changing lives--including your own--while joining a team that truly lives its values.

1490 South Elmhurst Road, Mt. Prospect, Illinois 60056

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