Fitness Instructor

Job Summary

A Planet Fitness Instructor must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to create and conduct safe and effective exercise for a wide variety of participants. The primary focus of a Fitness Instructor will be to help guide members to their personal fitness goals. This includes assisting new members in the achievement of their fitness goals by designing a workout program and instructing them on the proper use of equipment. Our Instructors provide guidance, education, and encouragement and most importantly, develop relationships with all members to improve retention.

Fitness Instructors are responsible for the general upkeep of the club's equipment, floor cleanliness and outreach to inactive members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greeting members, prospective members and guests with a warm and friendly smile as they come in and leave for the day
• Conduct fitness assessment and design personal programs geared towards meeting the members fitness goals
• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness program
• Instruct members on how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Create bi-weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist in front desk related activities including:
  • Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
  • Check members into the system.
• Maintain and lubricate all fitness equipment
• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Club Manager as needed.

We want you to join our team if:

• Are at least 18 years or older
• You have an upbeat and positive attitude
• Are punctual and are reliable.
• Have good communication skills.
• You can flex more than just your muscle. Must be open to a curve ball every once in a while, and must be flexible in responsibilities.
• Have a CPR Certification and Nationally Certified Training certificate.
• You can interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers. Enjoy exceeding the member's expectations and only use appropriate behavior and language when dealing with any issues at the club.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Shift Structure (subject to change based on business need)

• Early Morning shifts Monday and Friday normally starting at 6am
• Afternoon shifts Tuesday to Thursday normally ending at 8pm

For a more detailed look at the Class Schedule, find the club and check out the locations page on

Want more reasons?

• Consistent work schedule
• On the job training and skill development
• Performance based pay increases
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K, based on tenure
• Paid Vacation Time
• Free Black Card Membership
• Company sponsored social event

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

Enhancing people's lives with an affordable, high-quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun-loving go-getters. As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We're continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there's plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team

Our member mission says it best:  our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That's where you come in. If you're looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer's life, you've found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you're making a difference on our Planet.

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Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.