Personal Trainer

Position Summary

The Personal Trainer is responsible for providing exceptional fitness instruction, personalized training programs, and outstanding member service in a private country club environment. This position focuses on helping members achieve their individual health, fitness, and wellness goals through safe, effective, and engaging exercise programs.

The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and service-oriented fitness professional who understands the importance of building strong member relationships, maintaining a welcoming fitness environment, and delivering the high level of personalized service expected at a premier private country club.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Personal Training & Fitness Instruction

• Conduct individual fitness assessments to evaluate members' fitness levels, goals, and exercise needs.
• Design and implement customized fitness programs based on members' abilities, interests, and objectives.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group personal training sessions.
• Instruct members on proper exercise techniques, equipment usage, and injury prevention.
• Monitor member progress and adjust training programs as necessary.
• Motivate and encourage members to maintain consistent fitness routines and achieve personal goals.
• Stay current on fitness trends, training techniques, and wellness practices.

Member Service & Engagement

• Deliver exceptional, personalized service consistent with the standards of a private country club.
• Develop positive, professional relationships with members and their families.
• Create a welcoming, supportive, and motivating fitness environment for members of all ages and abilities.
• Proactively engage members to promote fitness programs, personal training services, and wellness opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding member information, health concerns, and personal fitness goals.
• Respond promptly and professionally to member questions, requests, and feedback.
• Encourage member participation in fitness programs, classes, and club wellness events.

Fitness Center Operations

• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and professional fitness facility.
• Monitor fitness equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns to management.
• Ensure members follow established fitness center policies and safety guidelines.
• Assist members with the proper operation of fitness equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of personal training sessions, appointments, and member progress.
• Support the scheduling and coordination of training sessions and fitness activities.
• Provide sport-specific conditioning programs for members interested in improving golf, tennis, pickleball, and other athletic performance.

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or related field preferred.
• Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent) required.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Additional certifications in corrective exercise, senior fitness, golf fitness, or group exercise preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1–2 years of personal training or fitness instruction experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a private country club, luxury fitness facility, resort, or hospitality environment strongly preferred.
• Experience working with a diverse membership, including older adults, beginners, and active athletes, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of exercise physiology, strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, and injury prevention.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to develop individualized fitness programs for members with varying abilities and goals.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to establish and maintain long-term member relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented club environment.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on member needs and club operations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The noise level of the exercise studio is loud when class is in session.

• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 30 pounds.

• Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance and/or crouch.

• Continuous repetitive motions.

• Physical exertion over long periods of time.

• Regular fitness conditioning

• Must often work in a wet, humid and noisy environment.