Job Description

FULL-TIME FITNESS INSTRUCTOR & PERSONAL TRAINER

The Victory Club | Victory at Verrado 55+ Active Living Community

Build Your Career. Inspire Others.

Are you passionate about fitness and enjoy helping people become stronger, healthier, and more active?

The Victory Club is looking for an energetic, knowledgeable, and personable Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer to join our team and become an important part of our vibrant 55+ active-living community.

This is an excellent earning opportunity for a motivated fitness professional who wants to build a successful career through a combination of personal training and group fitness instruction.

• Potential annual earnings: $65,000+
• Personal Training: 55% of the personal training rate
• Group Fitness Instruction: $31 per class (10-12 classes per week).
• Hourly Fitness Rate: $17/hour when not teaching or conducting personal training
• Flexible scheduling based on your availability, member demand, and club needs

The opportunity to earn $65,000+ makes this much more than a traditional hourly fitness position. A motivated trainer who develops strong relationships with members and builds a successful personal training clientele can create a rewarding and financially attractive career at The Victory Club.

A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN AN EXCEPTIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Located in a beautiful, resort-style active-living community in Victory at Verrado, The Victory Club provides an outstanding environment for a fitness professional who loves working with people.

Our members are active, engaged, and committed to maintaining their health, strength, mobility, and independence. You'll have the opportunity to work with people who appreciate the value of fitness and who are looking for knowledgeable professionals to help them reach their goals.

At The Victory Club, you won't simply be teaching classes or conducting workouts. You'll build relationships, inspire members, develop programs, and become a trusted part of their active lifestyle.

For the right person, this can be a highly fulfilling opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives while building a successful fitness career.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead a variety of group fitness classes in a safe, enthusiastic, and engaging manner.
• Provide personalized fitness training based on individual member goals, abilities, and needs.
• Build positive, lasting relationships with members and encourage them to remain active and engaged in their fitness journey.
• Evaluate existing programs and recommend modifications or develop new programs based on member interests, needs, and current fitness trends.
• Demonstrate proper and safe use of fitness equipment and exercise techniques.
• Encourage members to take advantage of the many health, wellness, recreation, and lifestyle opportunities available throughout The Victory Club.
• Stay informed about club programs, activities, events, and seminars so you can help members enjoy the complete Victory Club experience.
• Participate in club events, activities, and educational seminars as requested.
• Maintain current knowledge of exercise, health, wellness, and fitness industry trends.
• Follow all club policies and safety procedures.
• Report incidents or accidents to the Athletic Director or Clubhouse Manager.
• Help maintain a safe, secure, clean, and welcoming fitness environment.
• Assist with moving and storing fitness equipment, furniture, and products when needed for daily operations or special events.
• Contribute ideas and energy to an environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with the athletic director, fitness team, and other departments to provide an exceptional member experience.

THE PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for a fitness professional who is energetic, positive, dependable, knowledgeable, and genuinely enjoys working with people.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a genuine passion for fitness, health, and helping others achieve their goals.
• Enjoys working with an active 55+ population and understands the importance of strength, mobility, wellness, and functional fitness.
• Is enthusiastic and motivational while creating a welcoming environment for members of all fitness levels.
• Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Is dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Works well independently while also being a strong team player.
• Takes initiative and uses good judgment when addressing member needs and concerns.
• Is flexible and adaptable in a dynamic, service-oriented environment.
• Maintains a professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, maturity, and discretion.
• Is committed to continued learning and staying current with the fitness industry.
• Is comfortable in an environment where continuous improvement and new ideas are encouraged.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (4-year degree) in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health & Fitness, or a related field.
• Current certification from ACSM, NASM, ACE, or NSCA.
• Background or experience in geriatric physiology, senior fitness, functional fitness, strength & mobility training, or exercised programming for older adults.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain certifications required by the club.
• Ability to demonstrate proper and safe use of exercise equipment.
• Ability to lift 45-pound weight plates.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

WHY VICTORY CLUB?

At The Victory Club, fitness is much more than exercise. It's about helping our members enjoy a longer, healthier, stronger, and more active life.

You'll work in a beautiful facility with an engaged membership, flexible scheduling, opportunities to grow your personal training business, and the potential to earn $65,000+ annually.

If you're looking for a place where your expertise, personality, and passion for fitness are valued—and where you can build meaningful relationships while building your career—we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401K with company match after 6 months of employment

Paid Time Off

Employee Golf Benefits

Flexible Spending Account