Personal Trainer and Coach

Full-Time Semi-Private Personal Training Coach

Movement Fitness – Rockford, IL

Movement Fitness is seeking a high-energy coach passionate about people, performance, and creating life-changing results.

This is more than a coaching job. This is a mission-driven career where People First isn’t just a value — it’s how we operate every day.

About Us

Movement Fitness exists for one reason: To Change Lives.

We coach athletes and adults inside a culture built on excellence, accountability, and connection. Our team operates with eight core values:

• People First
• Continual Growth
• Results-Driven Coaching
• Master the Details
• Own Your Outcomes
• We Are “WON”
• Act With Urgency
• And Have Some Fun

We’re looking for a full-time coach who embodies these values and delivers the best hour of our clients’ day.

Position: Semi-Private Personal Training Coach

As a Movement Fitness coach, you will lead semi-private training sessions (typically 5-6 clients), build meaningful relationships, and provide individualized coaching inside a small-group environment. You will adapt on the fly, communicate clearly, and guide clients toward long-term success.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Energetic and positive
• Confident coaching a wide range of fitness levels
• Able to build trust quickly
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and fast-moving
• Self-motivated and eager to grow
• A team player who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality semi-private training sessions
• Deliver individualized coaching within a small group
• Modify workouts based on client needs and abilities
• Track progress and support clients with accountability
• Build strong relationships rooted in trust and communication
• Help clients set, pursue, and achieve meaningful goals
• Uphold Movement Fitness standards, systems, and core values
• Assist with program adjustments and testing
• Contribute to an energetic, supportive, and fun training culture

Qualifications

Required:

• Personal training certification (NASM, NSCA, ACE, ISSA, etc.) OR relevant degree
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate, connect, and lead confidently
• Professional, dependable, and growth-minded

Preferred:

• Experience in strength training, functional fitness
• Knowledge of movement quality and regressions/progressions
• Additional certifications in nutrition, mobility, or mindset coaching
• Experience working with adults or small-group training

Why You’ll Love Working at Movement Fitness

• Full-time career opportunity
• Competitive pay (hourly or salary based on experience)
• Paid Time Off
• Provided apparel
• Continuing education, mentorship, and in-services
• Free membership and access to training
• Supportive, growth-oriented team environment
• A mission bigger than fitness

This is the last gym many of our clients will ever join — and we want this to be the last place YOU work.

How to Apply

If you’re the right fit, we want to hear from you.

Submit your résumé and a brief introduction to: [email protected]

Please include:

• Your experience and certifications
• Why you believe you’re a great fit
• What “People First” means to you.

We can’t wait to connect.

Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Gym membership
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Personal Training: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Personal Trainer (Required)

Work Location: In person