Personal Trainer and Sales (Full or Part Time)

Personal Trainer and Sales. Full or Part Time. Certified or Ready to Get Certified.

Anytime Fitness | Columbia, MO

Turn your passion for fitness... and your ability to connect with people... into a rewarding career.

Anytime Fitness in Columbia has been locally owned and operated since 2006. We're looking for an outgoing, motivated individual. You'll help our members build confidence, reach their goals, and Get to a Healthier Place®.

Certified trainers preferred. Already a certified personal trainer? We'd love to meet you. Looking to enter the fitness industry? We welcome applicants who are ready to learn. You'll earn an accepted, nationally recognized personal training certification within three months of hire.

SERVICE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS WELCOME Have you worked in restaurants, hospitality, retail, or another customer facing role? You may already have skills that make a great trainer. Building relationships. Understanding people's needs. Delivering excellent service. Helping others feel welcome.

Bring those strengths... and a genuine interest in fitness. We'll provide paid onboarding, study support, a mentor who coaches you, and sales training... to help you grow.

ABOUT THE ROLE A big part of this job is selling. You're part coach... part sales. You coach members one on one and in small groups. You also sell personal training, follow up with leads, and build a client base. You'll receive leads and scheduled consultations. You'll also take an active role in creating new opportunities.

You'll help members find the right training program. You'll support them through their workouts. You'll build relationships that keep them motivated... and engaged.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND SCHEDULE Total pay is $20 to $27 an hour. That's hourly base pay... plus sales commissions... plus pay for training sessions delivered. Guaranteed hourly pay for administrative work. Paid onboarding... and work while pursuing certification. Paid time off. Free gym membership. Certification study support. A mentor who coaches you. Sales training and ongoing professional development. Continuing education opportunities through Club Connect.

Full time or part time. Both welcome. Flexible hours. Late morning to evening. Start a little under full time... then grow into 4 ten hour days, Monday to Thursday. Some Saturdays may be needed.

WHAT YOU'LL DO Coach members in one on one and small group training sessions. Conduct fitness consultations to understand members' goals, experience, and needs. Recommend and sell personal training programs that fit members' goals and abilities. Follow up with leads, prospective clients, and current members. Build your client base through consistent outreach, great service, and strong relationships. Create engaging workouts tailored to each client's fitness level and goals. Track progress, celebrate achievements, and help clients stay accountable. Support client retention through regular communication and continued encouragement. Contribute to a welcoming, upbeat, and supportive club environment. Participate in ongoing education, coaching, and team development.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR A genuine desire to help people improve their lives through fitness. Strong communication skills... and the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds. Comfort with sales, follow up, and working toward goals... or a willingness to learn. Reliability, initiative, and a positive, coachable attitude. Availability for flexible hours, late morning to evening, Monday to Thursday. Some Saturdays may be needed. Certified trainers preferred. A current, accepted nationally recognized personal training certification, such as NASM or ACE... or the ability to earn one within three months of hire. Current CPR/AED certification before beginning to train clients.

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE Customer service, restaurant, hospitality, retail, or sales experience. Personal training or small group coaching experience. Familiarity with fitness apps or club management software. Previous professional fitness experience is welcome... but it is not required.

READY TO APPLY? Submit your resume and a brief introduction. Explain why you're interested in helping others through fitness. Include any relevant customer service, sales, or training experience. Include your current certification status.

Bring your people skills. Build your fitness career. Help our members get to a healthier place.