High school diploma or GED; current CPR/AED certification; and a nationally recognized Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification or related degree in exercise science or kinesiology.
Proven ability to build and maintain a client base through effective training and results.
Sales-oriented mindset to identify client needs and convert prospects into long-term clients.
Strong knowledge of exercise science, program design, and safe movement coaching.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to motivate and hold clients accountable.
Responsibilities
Deliver engaging personal and small group training sessions that drive client results and retention.
Build and maintain a strong client base through consultative selling and exceptional service.
Design personalized fitness programs tailored to each client's unique goals.
Create a motivating training environment that encourages clients to return.
Track client progress and adjust programs to maximize results and retention.
Manage your schedule effectively to maintain a consistent session volume.
Conduct fitness assessments and onboarding sessions to establish trust with new clients.
Benefits
Paid time off to support work-life balance.
Medical and dental coverage for eligible employees.
401k plan with matching contributions for qualifying positions.
Free gym membership to promote personal fitness.
Discounts on products and personal training services.
Access to Employee Resource Groups for community engagement and support.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
As a Fitness Coach, you play a key role in helping members build lasting results and a stronger connection to their health. You deliver high-quality personal and small group training experiences that are engaging, effective, and tailored to each individual. This role goes beyond coaching workouts--you build relationships, create accountability, and take ownership of growing your client base. You'll grow your own book of business, deliver a premium training experience, and see the direct impact of your work through client results and retention. If you're energized by helping others succeed and motivated to build something of your own within a team environment, this is the role for you.
COMPENSATION AND EARNING POTENTIAL
Take control of your earning potential. As you grow your client base and increase your session volume, your compensation grows with you.
Top performers can earn the equivalent of up to $75 per hour, including base pay, session premiums, sales commissions, and performance-based incentives.
Get rewarded for both training and selling--earn income from the relationships you build and the results you deliver. As you grow your client base and deliver more sessions, you unlock higher earnings and expand your earning potential over time
Thrive in a performance-driven environment that recognizes and rewards coaches who stay engaged, build strong client relationships, and deliver exceptional training experiences.
Earn from day one, with a guaranteed hourly base rate, with the opportunity to significantly increase earnings through facilitating coaching sessions and developing a book of business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver high-quality personal and small group training sessions that drive results, build relationships, and keep clients coming back
Build, grow, and retain a strong client base through consultative selling, referrals, and consistent delivery of a great client experience
Use your expertise and creativity to design personalized fitness programs that support each client's unique goals and long-term success.
Grow a thriving client base by building genuine relationships, providing exceptional service, and creating an experience that keeps clients motivated and coming back.
Prioritize time in session by making a meaningful impact on members' lives by delivering engaging personal and small-group training sessions that help them achieve lasting results.
Set expectations, track progress, and adjust programs to maximize results and client retention
Take ownership of your success by managing your schedule, maintaining a strong appointment book, and building consistent session volume.
Help members start strong by conducting fitness assessments and onboarding sessions that establish trust and create long-term coaching relationships.
Build lasting connections beyond the workout floor through client follow-up, program design, and proactive outreach that supports retention and continued growth
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required certifications: High school diploma or GED; current in-person CPR/AED certification; and either a nationally recognized Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification (such as NASM, ISSA, ACE, NSCA, or NCSF) or a related degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a similar field.
Demonstrated ability to build and grow a client base through a high-quality training experience and consistent client results
Sales mindset with the ability to identify client needs, recommend appropriate training solutions, and convert prospects into long-term clients
Strong foundation in exercise science, program design, and safe, effective movement coaching
Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to motivate, instruct, and create accountability for clients
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach is preferred
Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred
Specialized fitness credentials preferred or equivalent work experience or education in specialized function.
Demonstrated experience in sales, customer engagement, or business development preferred. Ability to confidently communicate the value of personal training services, cultivate client relationships, and consistently grow and retain a client base.
Physical Demands
Requires effective communication with members in both group and one-on-one settings, including providing clear instruction and coaching feedback
Requires observing and responding to client movement and exercise technique in real time to support safe and effective training
Requires demonstration of a wide range of exercises and movement patterns across strength, cardio, and functional training
Requires lifting and moving equipment up to 50 pounds as part of daily responsibilities
Requires moving throughout the club and training areas to support coaching, instruction, and member engagement
BENEFITS AT 24
In line with our mission to create a healthier, happier world, we offer comprehensive benefits to help our team members do just that. We offer benefits such as paid time off, medical and dental coverage, 401k with match for qualifying positions, a free gym membership, and discounts on products and personal training. We also have a variety of Employee Resource Groups that you can connect with to participate in community events both in-person and virtually.
About 24 Hour Fitness
24 Hour Fitness is a privately owned and operated fitness center chain headquartered in San Ramon, California. It is the world's largest fitness chain based on memberships and the third in number of clubs behind Gold's Gym and Fitness First. The company operates over 400 clubs in 13 states in the US and serves nearly 4 million members. 24 Hour Fitness offers a variety of fitness equipment, group exercise classes, personal and group training, and other services. The company was founded in 1983 and is owned by AEA Investors and the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.
