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Fitness Coach, Personal Trainer

The Exercise Coach®
Oakton, VA Part Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement


Fitness Coach, Personal Trainer – The Exercise Coach, Oakton, VA

Part‑time or Full‑time | Paid Training | Never Commission-Based

The Exercise Coach is the fastest‑growing, technology‑driven personal training franchise in the USA specializing in safe, efficient 20‑minute strength workouts as well as nutrition guidance. We work with adults of all ages—especially 40 —to improve strength, mobility, and overall health. We are changing the way clients age, promoting very healthy lifestyles and "adding life" to our clients' years!

We’re hiring high-energy, positive, reliable coaches who love helping people feel stronger, more confident, more energetic, and look and feel better. In short, we want someone who enjoys working with people and making a difference in the lives of our clients! Superior customer service and delivering an outstanding client experience is the standard!

Responsibilities

  • Coach 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 strength training sessions in a private, boutique, small studio environment
  • Use our adaptive‑resistance, computerized, robotic fitness technology (full training provided)
  • Track and explain client progress using performance data from our AI-enabled fitness technology
  • Provide encouragement, accountability, and safe instruction
  • Support simple nutrition and habit‑building guidance
  • Assist in client and prospective client calls, leads, correspondence and scheduling
  • Assist in initial consultations to sell new client memberships (not commission-based)
  • Maintain a clean, very welcoming studio environment


What We’re Looking For

  • Positive, energetic, friendly and coachable candidates
  • A strong communicator who can motivate without intimidating
  • An appreciation for the importance of, and commitment to, delivering outstanding customer service
  • Passion for helping people, especially beginners and older adults
  • Passion for fitness and empathy for working with clients of all fitness levels
  • Comfortable working with technology, data and structured programs
  • Personal training or coaching experience is a plus, but not required
  • College degree in health sciences is a plus, but not required
  • Basic computer skills required
  • CPR/AED certification from a nationally recognized provider is required to train clients
  • Ideal career change opportunity for former teachers, nurses, coaches, or physical therapy aides
  • If you want to coach with purpose, use cutting‑edge technology, and be part of a growing studio that truly cares about its clients and team, we’d love to meet you!


What We Offer/Compensation

  • Competitive hourly pay bonuses (no commissions – you are paid for every hour that you work whether training clients or not, far different than most gyms)
  • $20-$24/hour based on prior work experience (Approximately $600-$720 per week assuming 30 hours/week)
  • Seeking candidates able to commit to 16 to 32 hours per week, plus one Saturday per month (6 hours)
  • Paid training and certification
  • Free workouts for self and one significant other
  • 401K retirement savings program with matching contributions
  • Primarily at Oakton, VA studio location, but may also be asked to assist in our Centreville, VA location as well
  • Predictable schedule (no late nights)
  • Supportive team environment ideal for team players invested in helping clients to achieve their goals and objectives
  • Meaningful work helping clients improve strength, confidence, and quality of life


How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please submit a Resume and consider a Cover Letter to let us know how your experience and interest match with our job opportunity. Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at www.exercisecoach.com to learn more about our company.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Exercise Coach, USA Corporate.

Salary : $20 - $24

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