Equinox
Assistant Personal Training Manager, Downtown San Diego
Equinox, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Assistant Personal Training Manager, Downtown San Diego
13 hours ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Our Story Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, SoulCycle and Equinox Hotels, are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations in every major city across the United States as well as London, Toronto, and Vancouver.
Our Code We are passionate about high‑performance living and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential and it takes a disruptive approach to unleash it. We dream big and don’t settle for the status quo. We sweat the details, never accepting less than 110% to help each other deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results. We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, and what’s next, never following, always leading, and living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value humility and a team approach at every level of the company.
What Makes Personal Training with Equinox Stand Out? Equinox is proudly recognized as the industry leader in personal training expertise, with the first in‑house education of its kind through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute. For over twenty years, EFTI has elevated our trainers to design comprehensive client fitness programs that are safe, effective, and results‑driven. We are dedicated to the professional performance of our team and compensate our trainers for their education time.
Equinox offers the highest compensation structure in the industry, with an earning potential of $100K+. All trainers also receive a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and retirement planning options.
Overview The Assistant Personal Training Manager is a leader of operational excellence at the club and upholds the quality of the Equinox experience inclusive of education, programming, and coach development for the PT Department, reporting to the Personal Training Manager. Assistant Personal Training Managers should be goal-oriented, results‑driven, eager to interact with members, and excited to develop and manage a team of high‑performing talent while helping to drive the business.
Business Leadership
Pipeline management includes Equifit (complimentary assessments) & complimentary training session conversion & follow‑ups through phone calls and emails documented in our CRM system.
Collaborate with Membership Advisors to provide a clear understanding of the PT value proposition and PT sales takeovers.
Perform session audits on both complimentary and paid services and provide timely and constructive feedback.
Support cohesive relationships with Operations by participating in the weekly PT/GM meeting.
Forge meaningful relationships with key club leaders and identify partnership opportunities to support any key PT initiatives.
Assist with business performance by supporting the monthly action plan.
Hold the team accountable for branded, quality member interactions (e.g., Fitness Specialist Hours, Special Events).
Collaborate with the Personal Training Manager to craft and execute a meaningful monthly trainers’ forum (meeting).
Champion Personal Training service standards by engaging with members to seek feedback and identify areas of opportunity to course‑correct or establish best practices on delivering a category‑of‑one member experience.
Operational Management
Maintain PT presentation standards including bio boards, nametags, and uniforms.
Participate in performance management of coaches in partnership with the PTM, club management, and people and culture team.
Oversee Equifit administration and communications in all stages of the Equifit process.
Support new coach onboarding, administration, and logistics.
Demonstrate sharp business acumen, identifying trends and insights to increase profitability.
Support all operational SOPs including administrative duties associated with client outreach and staff accountabilities.
Participate in the pursuit and maintenance of team headcount target through active retention of current coaches and recruitment of prospective coaches.
Employee Development
Lead employees through the coach levels via education and promotion process.
Develop skill in fitness assessments, complimentary PT sessions, and results review conversations through coaching, clearance, and feedback.
Ensure compliance and delivery of programming through regular program design reviews with each team member.
Teach coaches Equifit/CPT closing using sales‑training techniques.
Deliver in‑club education to support the development needs of the training team and in alignment with EFTI direction (e.g., in‑club workshops).
Lead the quality and developmental components of new hire onboarding and session fundamentals.
Lead Ramper meetings with coaches to support successful business progression, programming, and session delivery.
Ensure efficient and timely trainer coach promotions.
Identify, collaborate, and align on key talent to advance trainer careers.
Where applicable, host/participate in weekly Coach X team meetings to discuss upcoming result reviews, assessments, education, and culture.
Supporter Of Team Culture
Participate in the recruitment & interviewing of prospective coaches.
Mentor and develop ramping coaches.
Support and foster team commitment to ongoing education opportunities to ensure high standards and delivery of quality programming.
Essential Functions Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Qualifications
Current national PT certification, CPR/AED, First Aid. Exercise Science or Sports Management degree preferred.
Proven ability to drive revenue, including sales skills with a specific focus on attracting new clients and retention.
Demonstrated ability to instruct and coach at a high level.
Desire to grow into a future PT leader, with an interest and passion for developing the PT business.
Demonstrated ability to hire and develop staff through creating accountability and purpose‑driven goals.
Collaborative leadership and strong desire to interact with members, clients, and staff.
Leadership experience in an educational, fitness, or management setting (one year minimum preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
Enthusiastic, passionate, and knowledgeable regarding the fitness industry.
Additional Information
We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry‑leading commission opportunities for club employees.
Complimentary club membership.
Perks and incentives with our products and services including personal training, Pilates, spa, and shop.
Pay transparency – $68,640 – $75,000.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
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Our Story Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, SoulCycle and Equinox Hotels, are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations in every major city across the United States as well as London, Toronto, and Vancouver.
Our Code We are passionate about high‑performance living and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential and it takes a disruptive approach to unleash it. We dream big and don’t settle for the status quo. We sweat the details, never accepting less than 110% to help each other deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results. We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, and what’s next, never following, always leading, and living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value humility and a team approach at every level of the company.
What Makes Personal Training with Equinox Stand Out? Equinox is proudly recognized as the industry leader in personal training expertise, with the first in‑house education of its kind through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute. For over twenty years, EFTI has elevated our trainers to design comprehensive client fitness programs that are safe, effective, and results‑driven. We are dedicated to the professional performance of our team and compensate our trainers for their education time.
Equinox offers the highest compensation structure in the industry, with an earning potential of $100K+. All trainers also receive a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and retirement planning options.
Overview The Assistant Personal Training Manager is a leader of operational excellence at the club and upholds the quality of the Equinox experience inclusive of education, programming, and coach development for the PT Department, reporting to the Personal Training Manager. Assistant Personal Training Managers should be goal-oriented, results‑driven, eager to interact with members, and excited to develop and manage a team of high‑performing talent while helping to drive the business.
Business Leadership
Pipeline management includes Equifit (complimentary assessments) & complimentary training session conversion & follow‑ups through phone calls and emails documented in our CRM system.
Collaborate with Membership Advisors to provide a clear understanding of the PT value proposition and PT sales takeovers.
Perform session audits on both complimentary and paid services and provide timely and constructive feedback.
Support cohesive relationships with Operations by participating in the weekly PT/GM meeting.
Forge meaningful relationships with key club leaders and identify partnership opportunities to support any key PT initiatives.
Assist with business performance by supporting the monthly action plan.
Hold the team accountable for branded, quality member interactions (e.g., Fitness Specialist Hours, Special Events).
Collaborate with the Personal Training Manager to craft and execute a meaningful monthly trainers’ forum (meeting).
Champion Personal Training service standards by engaging with members to seek feedback and identify areas of opportunity to course‑correct or establish best practices on delivering a category‑of‑one member experience.
Operational Management
Maintain PT presentation standards including bio boards, nametags, and uniforms.
Participate in performance management of coaches in partnership with the PTM, club management, and people and culture team.
Oversee Equifit administration and communications in all stages of the Equifit process.
Support new coach onboarding, administration, and logistics.
Demonstrate sharp business acumen, identifying trends and insights to increase profitability.
Support all operational SOPs including administrative duties associated with client outreach and staff accountabilities.
Participate in the pursuit and maintenance of team headcount target through active retention of current coaches and recruitment of prospective coaches.
Employee Development
Lead employees through the coach levels via education and promotion process.
Develop skill in fitness assessments, complimentary PT sessions, and results review conversations through coaching, clearance, and feedback.
Ensure compliance and delivery of programming through regular program design reviews with each team member.
Teach coaches Equifit/CPT closing using sales‑training techniques.
Deliver in‑club education to support the development needs of the training team and in alignment with EFTI direction (e.g., in‑club workshops).
Lead the quality and developmental components of new hire onboarding and session fundamentals.
Lead Ramper meetings with coaches to support successful business progression, programming, and session delivery.
Ensure efficient and timely trainer coach promotions.
Identify, collaborate, and align on key talent to advance trainer careers.
Where applicable, host/participate in weekly Coach X team meetings to discuss upcoming result reviews, assessments, education, and culture.
Supporter Of Team Culture
Participate in the recruitment & interviewing of prospective coaches.
Mentor and develop ramping coaches.
Support and foster team commitment to ongoing education opportunities to ensure high standards and delivery of quality programming.
Essential Functions Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Qualifications
Current national PT certification, CPR/AED, First Aid. Exercise Science or Sports Management degree preferred.
Proven ability to drive revenue, including sales skills with a specific focus on attracting new clients and retention.
Demonstrated ability to instruct and coach at a high level.
Desire to grow into a future PT leader, with an interest and passion for developing the PT business.
Demonstrated ability to hire and develop staff through creating accountability and purpose‑driven goals.
Collaborative leadership and strong desire to interact with members, clients, and staff.
Leadership experience in an educational, fitness, or management setting (one year minimum preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
Enthusiastic, passionate, and knowledgeable regarding the fitness industry.
Additional Information
We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry‑leading commission opportunities for club employees.
Complimentary club membership.
Perks and incentives with our products and services including personal training, Pilates, spa, and shop.
Pay transparency – $68,640 – $75,000.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
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