Personal Trainer job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Personal Trainer job summary
Our busy, growing gym is in need of a Personal Trainer to take over mentoring and fitness guidance sessions with our clients. The successful applicant will not only be responsible for taking on existing clients based on need, but also for soliciting new business and teaching gym members about the benefits of personal training. We’re looking for a motivated individual with sales experience who can help us establish a competitive edge in our city. Since many of our members are interested in yoga and Pilates, trainers with experience in those areas will receive top priority. Advancement to a managerial position is a possibility.
Personal Trainer responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Assume the responsibility of training existing clients who are interested in increasing their fitness levels, losing weight and entering competitions
- Provide clients with safe, reasonable exercises that they can perform in the gym as well as at home
- Give clients ample notice if you need to change appointment times and respond quickly to clients who must change their schedules
- Talk to members of the gym about their goals and introduce them to our personal training packages
- Collect weekly payments from your clients and turn them over to our accounting department
- Lead group fitness classes when necessary
- Work out at the gym at least three days per week
- Advise clients about important safety concerns and demonstrate exercises or maneuvers as needed
Personal Trainer qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field preferred
- Personal training or group training certification required
- Must have current, valid CPR and First Aid certifications
- 2+ years’ experience in personal training or group fitness instruction
- Ability to perform exercises and movements as demonstrations for clients
- Sales experience a plus