Personal Trainer & Fitness Coach Ignite Fitness | Avon, CT
At Ignite Fitness, we believe fitness is about more than workouts—it's about helping people become the best version of themselves.
We're expanding our team and looking for an energetic, positive, and professional Fitness Coach who is passionate about changing lives through fitness, building meaningful relationships, and creating an exceptional client experience. If you're the type of person who remembers clients' goals, celebrates their wins, and genuinely enjoys helping others succeed, we'd love to meet you.
Whether you're coaching a one-on-one session, leading a small group, or supporting clients virtually, you'll play a key role in helping our members build confidence, develop healthy habits, and achieve results they never thought possible.
What You'll Do
- Coach clients in one-on-one, semi-private, virtual, and group training sessions.
- Design and implement individualized fitness programs based on client goals, needs, and abilities.
- Teach proper exercise technique, movement mechanics, and safe use of equipment.
- Help clients develop healthy habits, accountability, and confidence both inside and outside the gym.
- Utilize our programming, scheduling, and client management software.
- Modify exercises appropriately for clients of all fitness levels and abilities.
- Support day-to-day facility operations, including opening and closing responsibilities when assigned.
- Create a welcoming, motivating, and positive training environment.
What Makes Someone Successful at Ignite?
The best coaches at Ignite don't just train people—they inspire them.
We're looking for someone who:
- Builds genuine relationships and connects easily with people.
- Brings positive energy, even during a 5:30 AM session.
- Takes initiative and solves problems without being asked.
- Stays organized and manages their time effectively.
- Leads by example through personal wellness and professionalism.
- Continually seeks opportunities to learn and grow.
- Can adapt workouts on the fly while keeping clients safe and engaged.
- Loves helping others succeed as much as they enjoy fitness itself.
Required Qualifications
- Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification OR a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
- Availability for early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
- Comfortable using fitness technology, apps, and coaching software.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Our Core Values
Every member of the Ignite team is expected to live and lead through our values:
Deliver Positivity
Exude Professionalism
Prioritize the Client Experience
Commit to Personal Growth
Be Grateful
If these values describe who you are—not just how you work—you'll fit right in.
Compensation & Benefits
- $20–$27 per hour, based on experience, full-time employees are salaried
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing education support
- Professional development opportunities
- Complimentary gym membership
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Dental and Vision Insurance
A Final Note
Technical skills matter, but attitude matters more.
We can help great coaches become even better coaches. What we're really looking for is someone who genuinely cares about people, brings positive energy to every interaction, and wants to make a lasting impact on our clients and community.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Gym membership
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
