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Elysium Strength and Wellness
Personal Trainer and Coach
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A Personal Trainer or Fitness Instructor develops customized exercise and fitness programs for clients. Reviews health and fitness goals, teaches correct and safe exercise technique, monitors progress and provides encouragement for clients. Leads fitness and exercise classes at a community center, club or pool. Teaches aerobics, water, strength building or other exercises and maintains equipment.
$55,391 / year median in California
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Personal Trainer and Coach Elysium Strength and Wellness Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Part-time $66 - $94 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Parental leave Gym membership Flexible schedule Qualifications Certified Personal Trainer Full Job Description Elysium Strength & Wellness - Goleta, CA Elysium Strength & Wellness is a private, high-end personal training studio in Goleta focused on providing exceptional coaching in a welcoming, professional environment. We are looking for a motivated female personal trainer to join our team as an independent contractor. This is an excellent opportunity for a trainer who is confident building their own business while also receiving referrals from our gym. The owner will be on maternity leave beginning in December, so there will be additional opportunities to work with existing clients during that time. What You'll Do Coach one-on-one personal training sessions. Create individualized programs using our PushPress coaching platform. Deliver a high level of client care and professionalism. Build and grow your own client base while accepting referrals from the gym. Cover client sessions during the owner's maternity leave (approximately 2-3 months). Qualifications Female trainer preferred due to client demand. Minimum 3 years of personal training experience. Experience working with older adults and aging populations is strongly preferred. Nationally recognized personal training certification. Strong communication skills and a professional attitude. Able to work independently, problem-solve, and take initiative while also following established systems and coaching standards. Compensation Independent Contractor (1099) You set your own training rates. Gym retains a flat 37% of each session. Access to referrals and opportunities to build your client base. About Elysium Strength & Wellness We specialize in personalized coaching with an emphasis on strength, longevity, injury prevention, and helping clients improve their quality of life. Our studio is intentionally small, relationship-focused, and designed for coaches who value professionalism and exceptional service over high-volume training. If you're looking for a long-term home where you can grow your business, work with great clients, and be part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.