Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness • $62K — $99K *

East Lansing, MI 48823In-Person

Hospitality & Recreation

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACE, ISSA, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent) or ability to obtain within an approved timeframe.
Current CPR/AED Certification or willingness to obtain.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for health, fitness, and helping others succeed.
Ability to motivate and inspire clients across all fitness levels.
Availability for 20-35 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift.
Physical capability to demonstrate exercises and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Conduct fitness consultations and assessments to understand client needs.
Design individualized exercise programs tailored to member goals.
Deliver engaging and safe personal training sessions.
Educate clients on proper exercise techniques and healthy habits.
Build and maintain a strong client base through outreach.
Track and adjust client progress with personalized program modifications.
Ensure a clean and safe workout environment according to gym standards.
Collaborate with club staff to enhance overall member experience.

Benefits

Commission-based earning potential with opportunities to earn up to $48 per hour.
Comprehensive onboarding and training program.
Ongoing professional development and coaching.
Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on employee success.

Full Job Description

Crunch Fitness Personal Trainer

Position Summary

As a Personal Trainer, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a client base while delivering exceptional fitness coaching and support. You will create customized training programs tailored to individual member goals and educate clients on exercise techniques, nutrition, cardiovascular fitness, resistance training, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Our team provides comprehensive training, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your business and maximize client retention.
Essential Responsibilities

Conduct fitness consultations and assessments.
Design individualized exercise programs based on member goals and abilities.
Deliver safe, effective, and engaging personal training sessions.
Educate members on proper exercise techniques and healthy lifestyle practices.
Build and maintain a strong client base through relationship-building and outreach.
Track client progress and adjust programs as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workout environment.
Uphold Crunch Fitness standards and promote the "No Judgments" philosophy.
Collaborate with club staff to create an exceptional member experience.

Qualifications

Required

Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACE, ISSA, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent), or the ability to obtain certification within an approved timeframe.
Current CPR/AED Certification, or willingness to obtain prior to employment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong passion for health, fitness, and helping others succeed.
Ability to motivate, coach, and inspire individuals of all fitness levels.
Availability to work a minimum of 20-35 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift.
Ability to perform physical job duties, including demonstrating exercises and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

Previous personal training or fitness industry experience.
Degree or coursework in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, or a related field.
Experience with fitness consultations, sales, and client retention.

Compensation & Benefits

Commission-based earning potential with opportunities to earn up to $48 per hour.
Comprehensive onboarding and training program.
Ongoing professional development and coaching.
Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.
Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on success and growth.

Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time Opportunities Available

Work Location: In Person

Website: www.primetimefitness.org

About Crunch Fitness

Crunch was founded in a basement level aerobics studio in New York City’s East Village in 1989 by Doug Levine. With the collaboration of exercise instructors the group fitness programming was started at Crunch. Today there are more than 500,000 gym members across the US and operations recently extended to Australia.

Crunch Fitness Careers

There has never been a better time to join the vibrant team at Crunch Fitness—the leading network of fitness centers known for its energetic atmosphere and diverse offerings.

Work You’ll Do

Join Crunch Fitness's industry-leading team to assist individuals in achieving their fitness and wellness goals. At Crunch Fitness, the focus is on transforming lives through dedication, innovation, and leadership in the fitness industry. Lead in a unique role within the marketplace, at the convergence of health, wellness expertise, and digital innovation. Work alongside a dynamic team of fitness and health advisors to help members navigate their personal fitness journeys. Collaborate with the most passionate group of fitness professionals—dedicated to fostering a culture of growth, diversity, and innovation.

Introducing the Crunch Fitness Professional Growth Path

The team is building a market-leading program to offer job opportunities that allow for personal and professional development within the fitness industry.

Do Innovative Work

Join the largest group of fitness experts—dedicated professionals at the intersection of health, industry expertise, and digital innovation.

Drive Innovative Work

Deliver targeted fitness solutions through a depth and breadth of training experience and innovation that’s second to none.

Be Part of a Great Team

Engage in a wide range of fitness technology and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development of a leading team.

Future-proof Your Career

Advance as far as your ambition takes you with near-limitless opportunities to grow your career with unmatched training, development, and certification support.

Explore

Discover how Crunch Fitness leads the way in predictive health maintenance and innovative fitness solutions that cater to a diverse clientele.

The Crunch Fitness Leadership and Innovation Initiative

The combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help clients overcome challenges and lead transformation in their personal health and fitness. Clients across the globe look to Crunch Fitness for new strategies and solutions to drive health innovation and growth in the digital era.

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1,001 employees

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