What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Trainer position at Pro Vita Nashville?
Personal Trainer
Pro Vita Fitness · Germantown, Nashville, TN · On-site · [Full-time / Part-time]
About Pro Vita
Pro Vita Fitness is an independent gym in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood. Our members come to us for coached training that builds real strength, conditioning, and habits that last. We're a small team, which means our trainers know members by name and have a direct hand in how the gym runs. The most important part of our gym is the community. The lifelong friendships built in Pro Vita are a huge reason why members stick with training for the long-term. Our trainers are a core part of supporting the culture and energy that enables our community.
The role
We're hiring a personal trainer who can build a book of clients and keep them. The role starts as part-time but will quickly grow to full-time as your client list grows. You'll assess new clients, write individualized programs, coach sessions on the floor, and track progress over time. You'll also have the chance to coach group strength and conditioning classes.
What you'll do
- Run consultations and movement assessments for new and prospective clients
- Design progressive, individualized programs based on each client's goals, training history, and limitations
- Coach one-on-one and small-group sessions with close attention to technique and safety
- Track client progress and adjust programming as they advance
- Grow your client base through floor presence, member relationships, and referrals
- Help keep the training floor clean, organized, and welcoming
What we're looking for
- Current nationally accredited personal training certification (NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM, or equivalent)
- Current CPR/AED certification
- 2 years of experience coaching clients one-on-one
- Strong working knowledge of strength training, conditioning, and program design
- Reliable, professional, and good with people; clients should look forward to their sessions
- Flexibility in schedule to meet clients at times most convenient to them
Nice to have
- Group class coaching experience
- A degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field
- A track record of building and retaining your own clientele
Compensation and benefits
- This role is structured as a 1099/independent contractor position. You have total flexibility in your schedule based on desired workload.
- Pay is per group class or per client session and highly competitive
To apply
Apply through LinkedIn with your resume and a short note about your coaching background and the kind of clients you work with best.