Personal Trainer Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A Personal  Trainer, or  fitness trainer, works with a variety of clients to improve their fitness, physicality and overall health. Their duties include evaluating a client’s needs and goals, modelling workouts and making a workout schedule for clients. They should also be attracting new clients through their reputation and results.

 

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Personal Trainer duties and responsibilities

While the exact duties and responsibilities of Personal Trainers may vary depending on the company, the following responsibilities are common:

  • Helping clients develop  short- and long-term goals
  • Analysing client behaviour and the client’s abilities
  • Training existing clients with their fitness goals and competitions.
  • Giving advice on nutrition, health and lifestyle changes
  • Leading group fitness classes when necessary
  • Helping clients with their workouts and advising them about important safety concerns
  • Lifting and arranging gym equipment
  • Recording and creating reports of client’s progress
  • Creating workouts that are safe for the client to replicate
  • Talking to members about their goals and introducing them to personal training packages 

 

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Example 1

KEY Objectives 1. To carry out the role of Personal Trainer 2. To ensure presentation and cleanliness of the facilities 3. Ensuring that high levels of customer service are adopted at all times *[website] 1. To achieve the agreed target of personal training sessions each month 2. To complete inductions, fitness assessments and programme prescriptions in a professional manner. 3. To supervise and motivate all fitness facility customers. 4. Maintain a high level of knowledge, keeping abreast of new trends within the industry. 5. To perform any other duties as directed by Management. 6. Contribute to programming and general operation of the facilities through ideas and support. 7. To carry out classes as agreed. 8. To carry out tours of the facilities for potential new members and aid in the sales systems and operations. *[website] 1. To complete all cleaning schedules with records kept up to date. 2. Ensuring maintenance checks are done and records kept up to date in accordance with the manufacturers 3. To assist the manager of the facilities will any administration tasks including small group training *[website] 1. Ensure that correct uniform is worn at all times along with sir name badges. 2. To maintain the safety and well being of customers using the facilities. 3. Maintain a clean and safe environment. 4. Attend interactive instructor update sessions on a regular basis. 5. Maintain the highest standards of service, presentation and professional advice offered to customers using the fitness facilities. 6. Complete all motivational calls, feedback notes and comeback postcards daily. Part-time hours: 16-40 per week Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Schedule: * 10 hour shift * 12 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Holidays * Monday to Friday * Weekends Work remotely: * No
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Example 2

Can you help us rebuild the health of the nation? With the re-launch of Group Exercise across the UK, and our entire estate of gyms back open, there has never been a better time to join our strong team of Personal Coaches. In your role as a Fitness Coach you will play a key part in the safe enjoyment of our gyms for more than a million members, who are prioritising their physical and mental health more than ever. Full training is provided on all aspects of the role – from First Aid through to Group Exercise to help you build your confidence and boost your profile to members in the gym. And as a self-employed Personal Trainer, you will have access to the largest member base in the UK as well as unrivalled support from dedicated PT Business Managers, to allow you to build your business with us. If you’re PT Level 3 qualified or working towards this, click apply now, our hiring team would love to talk to you. Part-time hours: 12 per week Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Salary: £8.91 per hour Benefits: * Gym membership Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Overtime * Weekends Work remotely: * No
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What does a Personal  Trainer do?

A Personal Trainer works with individuals who want to improve their physical lifestyle. Some Personal Trainers work directly for a gym and are responsible for administrative and organisational tasks and also work with clients. Some Physical Trainers are freelancers and rent out time and space in a gym to train their clients. 

 

Personal Trainer skills and qualifications

A Personal Trainer must be in top physical shape and be ready to help clients reach their own physical goals. A successful Personal Trainer candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications that include: 

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work with people of all fitness levels
  • Understanding and sensitivity
  • Ability to integrate technology into routines
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others
  • Ability to stay up to date with the latest fitness techniques and health trends

 

Personal Trainer experience requirements

Candidates should have previous work experience at a gym or as a freelance Personal Trainer with references from previous employers and clients. Look for job applicants whose passion for fitness extends outside of their basic job for example this may include a blog they may have written about a new fitness trends, or a recent fitness class they have taken in order to learn more about a style they are unfamiliar with. 

The fitness industry is always changing and evolving with the times and technology, so look for a job candidate who is flexible and excited about change. 

 

Personal Trainer education and training requirements

The educational requirements to become a Personal Trainer are not that relevant and may not be necessary for some companies. Most Personal Trainers have some basic qualifications or apprenticeships. The two college courses that are most beneficial for people in this industry are Level 2: Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness and Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. Candidates should also have current and valid CPR and First Aid certifications.  

Some applicants may have done apprenticeship which requires 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including maths and English for more advanced apprenticeships. 

 

Personal Trainer salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Personal Trainer is  £29,340 per year, depending on experience, location and company. Salary is based on a slightly below-average working week, about 32 to 38 hours a week. Personal Trainers should be expected to work weekends, evenings and bank holidays. 

 

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Personal Trainer job description FAQs

 

Who does a Personal Trainer report to?

A Personal Trainer reports to their client first and foremost as it is the client who they must keep happy and continue to work with. However, many Personal Trainers will train their clients at a specific gym where they pay rent to utilise the equipment. They must respect and follow the rules of the gym, especially regarding safety and hygiene. 

A Personal Trainer may not have to report to gym management, unless they are hired as one of the gym’s Personal Trainers or class instructors and not just a freelancer who uses the gym’s equipment. 

 

What is the difference between a Personal Trainer and a Nutritionist?

A Personal Trainer helps a client achieve fitness goals in an efficient and safe manner, creating specialised workout routines for each client. A Nutritionist usually has a degree in food science and advises clients on proper diets. A Personal Trainer may have some knowledge about the area of nutrition and can informally advise clients, but a Nutritionist usually has a postgraduate qualification approved by the Association for Nutrition.

 

How can you make your Personal Trainer description stand out?

The job description should focus on what the company does to make employees feel valued. Advertise any areas for growth and experience such as the chance to teach group classes instead of just one-on-one sessions, or the ability to learn about different aspects of the fitness industry such as marketing and advertising.

 

What are the different types of Physical Trainers?

A Physical Trainer should be able to advise clients of all different ages and physical abilities. However, some Physical Trainers may decide to specialise in a particular area such as postnatal exercise, or perhaps exercise for the elderly. 

Also, some Physical Trainers are freelancers who work on their own and pay rent to different gyms where they use the equipment. Some Physical Trainers are hired directly by the gym to train gym clients one-on-one or in a large class setting. 

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