Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer Ignite Fitness Apex Apex, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time $32 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Certified Personal Trainer Teamwork Interpersonal skills Customer service Personal training Attention to detail Instructor-led training (training delivery method) Group fitness Time management

Full Job Description Ignite Your Passion:

Join Our Personal Training Team in Apex! Ignite Fitness is a locally owned private personal training studio in the heart of Apex. Our team of dedicated professionals provides exceptional one-on-one and couples training in a clean, well-equipped, and positive environment. We are seeking a skilled, growth-oriented personal trainer with excellent written and verbal communication skills who is passionate about helping others reach their health and fitness goals. The ideal candidate has experience providing one-on-one personal training in a commercial gym setting and enjoys working with clients across a wide range of fitness levels and abilities. They can deliver clear, effective exercise instruction, create thoughtful and appropriate training programs, and adapt confidently in dynamic or high-pressure situations. Responsibilities and Duties - Trainers Must Be Able to: Meet with new members for initial consultations to discuss their goals and exercise history and perform a basic movement assessment. Design appropriate exercise programs for clients according to their goals, abilities, and preferences. Demonstrate proper exercise form and provide effective cueing to improve clients' technique. Modify, regress, and progress exercises based on client needs, movement quality, and training goals. Observe client movement and adjust exercises as needed to maintain safety, technique, and training effectiveness. Give clients ample notice if you need to change appointment times and respond quickly to clients who must change their schedules. Maintain proper setup, execution, breakdown, and cleanliness of equipment and gym space before, during, and after training sessions. Be professional and courteous to members and trainers at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience Two years+ full-time personal training experience required. NCCA-accredited certification required (NSCA, NASM, ACSM, or ACE preferred). Certification exams must not be open-book (ISSA and similar certifications not accepted). CPR/AED certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes Strong customer service, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong listening skills. Well-organized and strong attention to detail. Ability to build trusting relationships with clients. Attendance and punctuality are mandatory. Time management skills are essential. Must confidently demonstrate strong coaching skills, including clear exercise demonstration, effective cueing, and safe, well-structured programming. Hours Evening position (ideally 3 or 4pm start time). Weekends are optional but a plus. Ideally looking for someone to start part-time (10-15 hours/week) with the ability and desire to grow into a full-time schedule (20-25+ hours/week). Hours are flexible with some minimum availability requirements. Why Trainers Enjoy Working at

Ignite:

Your focus is solely on delivering outstanding training: No membership sales, floor walking, or cold calls required. Our consistent marketing and strong client referrals ensure a steady flow of motivated individuals ready to work with you. You're part of a collaborative and respectful team: We foster a non-competitive environment where trainers support, respect, and learn from each other. You'll be working alongside experienced professionals who share your passion for fitness. You have access to top-of-the-line equipment: We pride ourselves on having the best-equipped personal training studio in the area, allowing you to deliver effective and varied training programs. Your expertise is valued and rewarded: You'll be compensated competitively for your time spent training clients, with an even higher rate ($50/hr) for couples sessions.

Your well-being matters:

For our dedicated trainers working over 25 hours per week, we offer up to 2 weeks of paid vacation annually, recognizing your commitment and hard work. You'll work with a diverse and motivated clientele: From beginners to athletes, seniors to prenatal clients, you'll have the opportunity to apply your skills and make a real impact on a variety of fitness journeys. We'd love to discuss how your skills and passion can help ignite the fitness journeys of our clients. The time it will take to build your schedule will depend on your qualifications and availability, which we can discuss in detail during your interview.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$32.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Experience:

Personal training: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Personal Training Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person