Planet Fitness is hiring: Fitness Trainer in New York

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Job title

Fitness Instructor / Fitness Trainer — responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF). This includes helping new members achieve their fitness goals by designing a simple workout plan and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Core Fitness Instructor Responsibilities: Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, including creating and following the schedule.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Promote the Judgement Free Zone by engaging with members on the club floor, offering assistance and supporting their fitness journeys while upholding club policies.
• Perform regular walkthroughs of all fitness areas to ensure a great member experience and address issues as they are identified.
• Create bi-weekly updates with a variety of exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Manager as needed.
• Assist in front desk-related activities including answering phones, assisting callers, checking members into the system, signing up new members, giving tours, and updating member accounts.
• Assist in maintaining the neatness and cleanliness of the club; cleaning and sanitizing equipment and spa amenities, conducting walks to address safety/policy issues and cleanliness concerns, and ensuring restrooms are clean and stocked according to schedule.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Previous Fitness Trainer/Instructor experience preferred.
• Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
• A passion for fitness and health.
• Upbeat and positive attitude.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact positively and professionally with members and coworkers, exceeding member expectations.
• Strong listening, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.
• Diplomacy in all interactions with appropriate behavior and language.
• High School diploma/GED equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• May encounter toxic chemicals during shift.
• Moving in various positions (bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, twisting) to accomplish tasks.

Benefits

• Free Black Card gym membership.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Discounts on merchandise sold at the club.
• Medical, 401k, and supplemental insurance.
• Discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, attractions, and more.

Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.