Entry Level Personal Trainer Job at Retro Fitness in Fort Lee

Benefits

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Job Title

ENTRY LEVEL PERSONAL TRAINERS (Part Time)

Responsibilities

• Designing safe, effective and inspiring programs as prescribed via the clubs Pro Fitness Program.
• Building one's personal training clientele from a strong club referral program as well as from your own drive, energy, and ambition.
• Providing personal training demonstrations and members assistance sessions to clients per protocol of the Pro Fitness Program.
• Ensuring all administrative duties per protocol of the Pro Fitness Program are completed in a timely manner.

Attributes

• An outgoing, friendly, vivacious and enthusiastic demeanor
• A mature and professional manner and appearance
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to learn new systems in a timely manner
• Must have excellent communication skills and enjoy being a team player
• Must enjoy working with members of all ages and have a passion for fitness

Qualifications

• Current national personal training certification or fitness related degree
• Must have current CPR/AED or be willing to certify (free online certification course provided if necessary upon employment acceptance)
• Must have the ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays, and inclement weather
• Must have solid references

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience plus commissions (see below). Pay structure along with potential for commissions will be detailed to qualified applicants:

• $26-$32 per hour for one‑on‑one training sessions
• $30-$36 per hour for partner training sessions
• $13-$19 for 30‑minute training sessions

Commission Structure

• 5% paid on New PT Cash for personal training packages sold by a Personal Trainer.
• 2.5% paid on New PT Cash for personal training packages sold by a Personal Trainer from a personal training demonstration.

Advancement Potential

• Ability to advance to mid‑level and senior‑level trainer with experience, additional certifications, and job performance.

Company Perks

• Complimentary Ultimate Membership to this location (excluding access to other Retro Fitness locations and guest access)
• With the adjacent wellness center, Edge Well: Free use of recovery modalities, Free orthopedic evaluation and treatment (first time), Discounted follow‑up treatments
• 30% off Retro Blends smoothies, cooler drinks, protein bars, apparel, and other Pro Shop items
• 15% off Spartan Meals
• 15% off Personal Training packages.
• NASM discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Positive company culture

Direct Reports

• Director of Fitness
• General Manager

Company Overview

Retro Fitness of Fort Lee, NJ is a results‑oriented, fitness facility about to implement the Pro‑Fitness Program (ProFitnessProgram.com). The Pro Fitness Program (PFP) is one of the most recognized and respected fitness programs in North America and we are proud to be the first Retro Fitness location to offer this program to our members. Clubs offering this program focus on professional fitness or pro‑fitness; meaning pro‑education, pro‑results and pro‑service. Facilities that offer this program no longer concentrate on simply selling memberships and showcasing the facility, but focus on getting their members results!

This personal training and assessment program has been designed to provide trainers with a steady stream of clients and get members results!

The onboarding process of the Pro Fitness Program typically integrates between 30 and 40% of all club members into personal training which necessitates us expanding our personal training team. We will soon have clients waiting for dynamic, energizing and experienced trainers who are able to lead them into the promised land.

How to Apply

Please forward your resume for immediate consideration. No phone calls or walk‑ins will be accepted. Qualified applicants will be contacted via e‑mail.