PERSONAL TRAINER
JOB DESCRIPTION
ABOUT GOLD'S GYM
At Gold's Gym, we are committed to helping people achieve their potential through fitness. Since 1965, we've been building a legacy of strength, with a mission to help our members transform their lives through fitness. We're more than just a gym – we're a community dedicated to changing lives through our expert coaches, innovative programs, and state-of-the-art facilities. We're looking for passionate individuals who share our vision and want to be part of a team that inspires and motivates others.
OUR MISSION
“To provide the region’s most spacious, clean, and energizing health & fitness facilities equipped with top-tier equipment, dynamic classes, programs and expert coaching.”
JOB SUMMARY
Gold’s Gym Middletown is seeking driven, credentialed, and performance-focused Personal Trainers to join our high-performance team. We are looking for serious fitness professionals who are passionate about achieving noticeable results for their clients and building long-term careers within one of the fastest-growing gyms in the Northeast U.S. Trainers at Middletown are among the best compensated in the region and receive continued support for professional development and career growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver individualized personal training sessions with an emphasis on performance improvement, body composition, and health outcomes.
- Conduct thorough fitness assessments and client consultations to build appropriate and effective training programs.
- Prepare programming in advance for each client session and arrive at least 15 minutes before all appointments.
- Actively participate in ongoing professional development, in-house credentialing programs, and team education sessions.
- Represent Gold's Gym standards of professionalism, communication, and excellence both inside and outside of the gym.
- Maintain strong client relationships through open communication, empathy, and personalized service.
- Follow all established protocols, guidelines, and policies, including facility cleanliness and equipment care standards.
- Uphold Gold’s Gym Middletown’s core values of Empathy, Proficiency, Integrity, and Commitment.
- Maintain a polished and professional appearance, wearing provided Gold’s Gym COACH apparel during sessions.
- Foster a team environment by supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive, motivating atmosphere.
- Engage in continued education to ensure up-to-date knowledge and advancement in fitness coaching expertise.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Nationally recognized personal training certification (required).
- Proven track record of client success in performance, aesthetics, or fitness programming.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
- Highly adaptable with the ability to manage multiple client needs simultaneously.
- Organized, punctual, and self-motivated.
- Professional demeanor both in person and on social media.
- CPR/AED certification (required upon hire).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of one year of professional personal training experience preferred.
- Degree or coursework in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field preferred but not required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
JOB CHARACTERISTICS
- Fast-paced and dynamic environment with a variety of personal interactions daily.
- Emphasis on building meaningful, results-oriented relationships with clients.
- Focused on providing solutions and education rather than transactional sales approaches.
- High degree of flexibility and a proactive, team-first mentality required.
- Professional development and advancement opportunities encouraged and supported.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical demonstrations throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift and assist with fitness equipment and client needs (up to 50 pounds).
- Work in a vibrant gym environment with varying noise levels.
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on client scheduling needs.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Session-based compensation:
- $29 per session.
- $40+/hour for highly experienced trainers with advanced certifications and proven programming success.
- Complimentary Gold’s Gym Membership.
- Access to continued education, up-skilling programs, and professional development.
- Team-oriented and motivating work environment.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Being part of a community dedicated to transforming lives through fitness.
GOLD'S GYM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Gold's Gym provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. You must have a legal right to work in the United States to be considered for employment.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.