Certified Personal Trainer

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)
Oak Park, IL
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Why FFC?

At FFC, we empower people to achieve their best through fitness. Join our team if you're passionate about transforming lives and helping others reach their goals.

Position: Certified Personal Trainer

Job Type: Full-time

Location: FFC Oak Park

Compensation: Earn $40-$74 per session based on experience and certifications. New trainers can earn $500-$1000 in bonuses during the first 3 months.

New Trainer Schedule (First 60 Days):

  • 5+ shifts/week (6-hour shifts)
  • At least 1 weekend shift
  • Responsibilities include: overseeing the fitness floor, greeting members, managing the InBody machine, and outreach via calls/emails.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s in exercise physiology or related field
  • Certification: Nationally accredited personal training certification
  • Experience: 2+ years in a health club setting with proven sales experience
  • Expertise: Master/Elite trainer preferred
  • Safety: CPR & AED certification required

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build your client base through outreach and selling training services
  • Manage your schedule with 30+ hours/week, including at least 1 weekend shift
  • Drive results by meeting monthly budget goals
  • Enhance the environment by keeping the fitness floor safe and welcoming
  • Engage new members with personalized fitness plans
  • Assist members with expert advice and exercise support
  • Promote FFC programs by matching members’ interests to offerings
  • Deliver quality training to help clients achieve their goals
  • Stay current with certifications and continuing education
  • Contribute to the community by volunteering for FFC events

What We Offer:

  • Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • 401K - with company match
  • Professional Development Reimbursement - FFC will match 50% of the cost for an activity up to a maximum reimbursement amount of $200 allowed during the calendar year. We encourage our staff to diversify their educational development. This benefit becomes effective after 90 days of employment
  • We provide fitness instructor training and significant discounts on these educational programs (Pilates, Group Fitness, Personal Trainer, Yoga)

Continued Education:

  • At FFC, we strive to employ the best, most qualified and experienced talent in the industry. Due to rapidly changing technologies and methodologies, we recognize it is imperative to provide continued education in order to stay abreast of the evolution of fitness and wellness
  • FFC University is a collection of continued education courses in various areas of study that is available to all employees. From our newly added Yoga Teacher Training, to ACE personal training, group fitness certification and Pilates teacher training, to CPR/AED accreditation and even training and certification in pool maintenance and operation, you’ll find it at FFC University
  • FFC has partnered directly with ACE and NASM to offer discounted and at times free access to CECs to help keep your education levels and certifications current

Other Perks of Working at FFC:

  • Complimentary Club Membership to use any of our FFC locations!
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture - Our team is composed of people from different walks of life who bring their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives to form a welcoming environment
  • 25% discounts on Spa, Retail, and Fitness classes for all employees
  • Various fringe benefits such as Nationwide Pet Insurance, Ventra Benefit Program (pre-tax dollars), T-Mobile Unlimited Talk, Text, and Data, phone plans for only $30 per line (up to 4 lines) and more

Our Purpose:

"To enhance the lives of our members and guests by improving their overall health and well-being." Our members, guests, and staff are as diverse as the city we call home. We are "Chicago from Day One," committed to building
Posted 2025-08-07

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