Here’s the updated job description with a more accurate and realistic compensation section based on actual LA Fitness postings and reported earnings:
Personal Training Director – LA Fitness
Position Overview
The Personal Training Director (PTD) leads the personal training department at an LA Fitness club. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines fitness expertise, sales performance, and team management. The PTD is responsible for growing personal training revenue, delivering an outstanding member experience, and building a high-performing team of personal trainers. The role partners closely with Membership Managers and other club leadership to help members achieve their fitness goals through professional training services.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Leadership
- Meet with 3–4 current or prospective members daily.
- Conduct introductory fitness assessments and demo sessions that clearly demonstrate the value of working with a trainer.
- Convert members into monthly personal training programs.
- Drive and consistently achieve (or exceed) departmental sales and revenue targets.
- Promote personal training packages and related services.
Team Leadership & Development
- Recruit, interview, hire, train, and develop a professional team of personal trainers.
- Conduct weekly team meetings focused on client service, retention strategies, and performance improvement.
- Coach trainers to improve client fulfillment, retention, and results.
- Monitor service quality and ensure trainers deliver safe, effective, and professional sessions.
- Create a positive, motivating, and results-oriented work environment.
Member Experience & Customer Service
- Serve as a primary point of contact for member questions, concerns, and service needs related to training.
- Assist with session booking, billing updates, and issue resolution.
- Partner with membership and front-desk teams to create a seamless introduction to personal training for new and existing members.
- Maintain high levels of member satisfaction and engagement.
Operations
- Oversee trainer scheduling and coverage.
- Track key performance metrics (sales, retention, revenue, and client outcomes).
- Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures.
- Support overall club operations as needed.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in sales leadership (fitness industry experience strongly preferred).
- Passion for health, fitness, and helping others achieve results.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and approximately 40–45 hours per week.
- Knowledge of exercise science, program design, and safe training practices preferred.
- Current personal training certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, or equivalent) preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base pay is typically Hourly and can depend on location) plus uncapped commissions and bonuses.
- Monthly earnings for most PTDs: $4,000 – $6,000.
- Top 10% of PTDs company-wide average $7,000 – $8,000 per month in total earnings ($84,000 – $96,000 annually).
- Strong performers in higher-volume clubs can exceed $8,000–$10,000+ per month.
- Benefits typically include health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, complimentary club membership, employee discounts, and opportunities for advancement.
This language matches what LA Fitness itself uses in recent job postings. Let me know if you want any further tweaks.
Pay: $57,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
