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Personal Trainer – Adaptive Fitness | $32/hour | Flexible Part-Time Schedule

Looking for meaningful part-time work where you can use your personal training skills to make a real difference?

Special Strong San Diego is hiring Certified Personal Trainers to provide one-on-one adaptive fitness training for individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, and cognitive challenges.

We provide the clients, scheduling support, training, and administrative support so you can focus on coaching.

Why Join Special Strong?

$32/hour
Flexible part-time scheduling
Clients and leads provided — no sales or lead generation
One-on-one personal training
Comprehensive adaptive fitness training
Opportunity to work with a unique and rewarding client population
Multiple training locations throughout San Diego
Opportunity for additional hours as your client schedule grows

What You'll Do

Conduct private 1:1 personal training sessions
Lead or co-lead small group fitness sessions when applicable
Modify exercises based on each client's abilities and goals
Review client information and prepare individualized workouts
Conduct fitness assessments and periodic reassessments
Document client progress and session information
Communicate professionally with clients, families, and the Special Strong team
Travel to assigned training locations within your service area

Required Qualifications

Active Personal Trainer Certification
Active CPR/AED Certification
Comfortable using a smartphone and basic computer applications
Reliable transportation
Ability to travel to assigned locations within approximately a 15-mile service area
Dependable, patient, professional, and comfortable working independently

Preferred, But Not Required

Previous personal training experience
Experience working with individuals with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, seniors, or other adaptive populations

Experience with individuals with disabilities may come from professional, educational, volunteer, coaching, caregiving, or personal experience.

About Special Strong

Special Strong provides adaptive fitness services designed to help individuals impacted by mental, physical, and cognitive challenges improve their strength, confidence, independence, and quality of life.

Our mission is to unlock the strength and confidence within the mind, body, and spirit of every individual we serve.

Compensation: $32.00 per hour

Are you looking for personal trainer jobs that go beyond the ordinary? At Special Strong, we offer unique opportunities for enthusiastic trainers to make a real impact in local communities. With us, you can become a certified personal trainer, where you will have the chance to serve a diverse set of people with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges. Our mission is to empower every client to achieve their fitness and life goals, regardless of their abilities.

^{This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Special Strong Corporate.}

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Why Work for Special Strong

At Special Strong, we offer fitness training jobs that not only teach you how to become a certified personal trainer but also how to create a fulfilling and rewarding career with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Here's why you should consider joining our team:

Competitive Pay Above Industry Standard

At Special Strong, our personal fitness trainers enjoy competitive compensation, with pay rates 30% higher than the fitness trainer jobs standard. We believe in awarding the value of our team members' expertise and dedication.

Flexibility To Suit Your Life

We each live different lives, which is why our personal trainer jobs offer part-time or full-time work. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs as you go through life's chapters. Whether you're a seasoned personal fitness trainer or just starting your career, we have opportunities for personal trainer jobs at every stage.

Comprehensive Training From The Start

At Special Strong, we take training our instructors seriously, providing everything you need to know on how to become a personal trainer who excels in the industry. From our online accredited certification programs to hands-on workshops where we teach you the ins and outs of these personal trainer jobs, you’ll receive all the knowledge and skills to deliver an impactful service to your clients.

Making A Difference Every Day

With a focus on inclusivity and accessibility, our adaptive gym personal trainer team provides customized workouts tailored to each client's unique needs and abilities. Every session is an opportunity to inspire, motivate, and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Every day, you'll witness the positive impact of your work as you help individuals overcome obstacles, achieve their fitness goals, and improve their overall quality of life.

Opportunity For Career Growth

At Special Strong, we believe in the growth of our clients and personal trainers. That is why we provide opportunities for our staff to advance their careers and even open their own Special Strong franchise. We will work with you to align with your goals as a certified personal trainer, providing comprehensive resources and support to help you achieve them.

Client Retention For A Secure Career

Given our personalized training and community approach to fitness, our clients stay with us four times longer than standard fitness jobs. We provide our clients with a supportive and inclusive environment, which significantly contributes to building long-lasting client relationships.

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Why Work for Special Strong