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Head Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness

Head Personal Trainer

Somerset, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Summary:

    As a Head Personal Trainer you ensure the club delivers a high quality fitness experience to all members.

    Responsible for communicating and upholding company standards and leading by example. Ensure that team members consistently execute the basics in punctuality, dress code compliance, friendliness and cleanliness.

    Supports the Regional Fitness Manager in hiring, training and developing a strong team of Personal Trainers.

    Responsible for the successful attainment of department targets, including revenue and member retention.

    Is the point of reference for fitness expertise within the club.

    Span of Control / Organizational Relationship / People Management:

    Job Scope: 1 club

    This position assists in the management of the following positions inside the club:

    Personal Trainers

    Personal Trainer Interns

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

    The Head Personal Trainer is responsible for performing the following activities for the club:

    Staffing and Development [10% of time]

    Maintain a fully engaged and high performing fitness team that aligns with company values and goals. To achieve this objective, the Lead will Assist Regional Fitness Manager in:

    Hire develop and manage performance of qualified Personal Trainers

    Train & develop other staff as needed regarding fitness and supplementation presentations, emphasizing the impact of these on membership retention

    Conduct weekly (or as-needed) meetings with direct reports to review performance and offer direction, motivation and guidance toward achieving individual and company goals. Offer career growth and advancement opportunities as warranted

    Manage the Personal Trainer schedule including staying within budgeted non-session hours as submitted to and approved by the CM

    Mediates club employee relations matters for all club fitness employees

    Discipline staff under the guidance of your direct supervisor

    Fitness Management [20% of time]

    Ensure that all club members have access to a highly trained and professional fitness staff able to provide fitness counseling, training and programs within Crunch standards. The PT Lead is responsible for the successful attainment of fitness and supplement revenue goals. To achieve these objectives the PT Lead will:

    Ensure that all Personal Trainers are delivering high quality programs to their clients

    Develop weekly work schedules for fitness staff. Ensure that staff properly records their Time & Labor

    Ensure that staff compile with Time and Labor guidelines, and manage overtime in accordance with company guidelines.

    Provide member service and support related to fitness servicing issues

    Assist members and encourage their involvement in fitness services.

    Ensure accurate administration of Personal Training including usage of dotFIT, measurement tracking, workout programs etc.

    Responsible for achieving monthly, quarterly and yearly revenue objectives set forth by the Company with regards to personal training services and Supplements

    Hire, Train and develop new Personal Trainers

    Regularly train staff on industry updates and teach Personal Trainers to be continually successful to ensure that all clients are trained professionally

    Client Services and Management [50% of time]

    Sales and Service [20% of time: club specific]

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    Knowledge of Crunch Certified Personal Training Program including program software (dotFIT, ABC/Datatrak, Crunch-U, VFP, Styku, Where applicable).

    Knowledge of Personal Training technique and program design.

    Must be able to adjust and operate all club equipment.

    Experience in coaching/motivating groups.

    Strong interpersonal & communication skills.

    Able to generate, maintain & demonstrate a friendly, enthusiastic & positive attitude.

    Possesses a strong member service focus.

    Responds professionally to requests and inquires from guests, members and staff.

    Education Level:

    High School Diploma or GED required

    Bachelor’s Degree preferred

    Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    Certifications: (One or more of the following certifications)

    American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

    Certified Personal Trainer

    American Council on Exercise (ACE)

    Personal Trainer Certification

    The Cooper Institute

    Personal Trainer Certification

    International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA)

    Personal Fitness Trainer Certification

    National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

    Certified Personal Trainer

    Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)

    Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)

    National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA)

    Personal Fitness Trainer Certification

    National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)

    Personal Trainer Certification

    National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)

    Certified Personal Trainer

    Certified Strength and Conditional Specialist (CSCS)

    Experience:

    1-2 years as a Personal Trainer/Crunch Coach preferred

    Preferred: Prior management experience in retail/hospitality industry leading 3-10 employees

    Preferred: Consultative sales experience

    Physical Requirements:

    Ability to work in club office; move about club floors and rooms; review, revise, create club paperwork; communicate with employees, members, and the public

    Regularly required to demonstrate or explain proper physical fitness activities, techniques and procedures. Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds

    Travel: Must be able to travel by car and airplane up to 5% of the time

  • Industry
    Entertainment