What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Trainer position at Fitness Ventures (Crunch Fitness)?
Fitness Ventures LLC is opening a new Crunch Fitness club in North Gainesville, with a grand opening in mid-December 2026. We're building the founding personal training team and looking for coaches who want to build a career in fitness, not a side hustle.
Join a team that is passionate about transforming lives through fitness. You'll build meaningful client relationships, grow your professional expertise, and make a lasting impact on the health and wellness of your community. We provide the tools, support, and environment to help you succeed personally and professionally, starting with 2 weeks of paid onboarding training.
Role descriptionClient Training & Fitness Coaching
- Deliver exceptional personal training experiences that support client success and long-term engagement
- Conduct fitness assessments and consultations to evaluate client needs, goals, and fitness levels
- Design and implement customized programs that incorporate resistance training, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, and functional movement
- Provide guidance on general nutrition, healthy lifestyle habits, and nutritional product recommendations within scope of practice
- Educate clients on proper equipment use, exercise technique, and injury prevention
- Monitor progress, track results, and adjust programs; set clear expectations, accountability measures, and goals
Member Engagement & Service
- Create a welcoming, supportive environment and build strong relationships that drive retention
- Introduce members to fitness services, programs, and resources
- Support club events, seminars, assessments, boot camps, and challenges
- Deliver a positive, informative Smart Start Kick Off experience for new members and guests
Sales & Business Development
- Promote personal training through relationship-building, consultations, and member outreach
- Convert prospective clients by communicating the value of personal training
- Grow an active client base through exceptional service, referrals, and retention
- Execute individual business and revenue goals aligned with club objectives
Administrative & Operational
- Design and manage programs using company-approved systems and tools
- Schedule sessions, consultations, and admin activities through club software
- Maintain accurate client records, assessments, progress notes, and training documentation
- Help keep the training floor clean, organized, and safe
Schedule: 20–30 hours of availability per week.
Compensation: Target session hourly range: $22.00–$60.00.
QualificationsRequired
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Minimum age of 18
- Eligibility to work in the United States and provide required employment verification
- Current CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
- Current nationally recognized personal training certification (ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, NFPT, IFPA, NESTA, or another approved nationally accredited organization)
Preferred
- Previous personal training experience in a health club, fitness center, or wellness setting
- Strong sales, relationship-building, and client retention skills
- Knowledge of exercise science, fitness assessment, program design, and nutrition
- Experience working with diverse populations and fitness levels
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Health Promotion, or related field
Key competencies: client-focused mindset, coaching and motivation, sales and business development, communication, professionalism and accountability, time management, adaptability, and a passion for health and fitness.
Physical requirements: ability to demonstrate exercises; stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach for extended periods; lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs; provide hands-on instruction and spotting; and work in an active, fast-paced environment.
Equal Employment OpportunityFitness Ventures LLC is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member is respected and valued. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $22 - $60