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Powerhouse Gym
Personal Trainer (Independent Contractor High Earning Potential)
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What they do
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.
$48,081 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Powerhouse Gym Palatine is seeking driven, professional Personal Trainers to join our team as independent contractors. This is an opportunity to build your own personal training business inside a high-energy, strength-focused gym with a rapidly growing membership base. We are looking for trainers who are serious about results, client experience, and long-term growth. What You'll Do Train clients in a safe, effective, and results-driven manner Build and maintain your own client base Engage with members on the floor and create relationships Convert gym members into personal training clients Represent the Powerhouse Gym brand and culture Maintain a clean and professional training environment Compensation Structure Gym members (gym-provided clients): split-based structure Self-generated clients (non-members): low house fee options High earning potential based on effort, retention, and client volume What We're Looking For Strong presence and professionalism on the floor Ability to sell and retain personal training clients Self-motivated and business-minded Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset Passion for fitness and helping others improve Preferred Qualifications Nationally recognized certification (NASM, ISSA, ACE, etc.) Previous personal training experience Strong communication skills Social media presence is a plus Growth Opportunities Top-performing trainers may qualify for: Elite Trainer status (reduced or eliminated house fees) Increased access to gym-generated leads Promotion through Powerhouse Gym social media Leadership opportunities within the facility