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Personal Trainer, San Francisco

San Francisco, California

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Overview

As an Equinox personal trainer, your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers, you will develop and refine an approach to programming, education, business, and financial planning that ensures your Personal Training career is as unlimited as your passion. Secure a stronger future and help us redefine the science of fitness and the art of living.

  • Full Time
  • Entry to Mid Level
  • No Travel
Personal Trainer

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  • Confident
  • Team Player
  • Outgoing
  • Results-driven
  • Self-Starter
  • Good Listener

Description

Personal Trainer, San Francisco

Overview

WHO WE ARE

Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.

We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.

WHAT WE DO

We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.

Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.

Job Description

Equinox is seeking talented individuals interested in joining our Personal Training teams at some of our Equinox San Francisco locations. Our five clubs in the city are Equinox Sports Club, Union Street, Pine Street, Beale Street, and Van Mission.



This is an exclusive opportunity for Certified Personal Trainers and Kinesiology and Exercise Science students/graduates to explore a Personal Trainer career with our company. 

Spend time speaking with a Personal Training Recruiter about our world-renowned Equinox Fitness Training Institute (EFTI), accelerated career-growth opportunities, and why a Personal Training career at Equinox is as unlimited as your passion!

What makes Personal Training with Equinox stand out?

Equinox is proudly recognized as the industry leader in Personal Training expertise, with the first in-house education of its kind through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute. For over twenty years EFTI has elevated our trainers to design comprehensive client fitness programs that are safe, effective and results driven. We are dedicated to the professional performance of our team and compensate our trainers for their education time.

Equinox offers the highest compensation structure in the industry, with an earning potential of $100K+. In addition, Equinox offers all trainers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and retirement planning options.

Who Should Sign Up:

  • Experienced Certified Personal Trainers
  • Recent College Graduates (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Etc)  
  • Former or Current Fitness Leaders

What to Expect: Once you apply, a Personal Training Recruiter will reach out to discuss what the personal training position entails, what opportunities may exist, and how to move forward with the formal interview process.

Qualifications

  • Current Nationally recognized Personal Training certification
  • Eligible for opportunities to start at a higher Tier level based on experience and education.
  • Minimum of 6 months personal training experience with proven track record
  • Ability to work 35-40 hours per week, including weekends
  • Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry 
  • High school diploma/GED required or equivalent work experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
  • Computer literate tech savvy, energetic, and friendly
  • CPR/AED certification required upon hire

Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

  • We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
  • Complimentary Club membership
  • Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

Pay Transparency: $40.50-$72.50/per session;$19.61/hr (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses

 

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States. 

  • Industry Leading
  • Expand Your Knowledge
  • Promote from within

Culture

  • Equinox is proudly recognized as the industry leader in Personal Training expertise, with the first in-house education of its kind through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute.

  • Through progressive and continuous effort, our Personal Trainer’s knowledge base will expand through in-club functional workshops, marquee seminars & symposiums, as well as deep industry relationships with university, equipment, and scientific partners worldwide.

  • The PT Department believes in a “promote from within” philosophy. Most of the senior PT Department leadership, both at the national and regional levels, started as personal trainers with Equinox.

Total
Rewards

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA, including mental health coverage

  • Retirement planning options, including employer matching 401(k)

  • Access to our global network of state-of-the-art facilities

  • Leadership advancement opportunities such as Master Instructor, Assistant Personal Training Manager, or Personal Training Manager

  • Membership discounts on Equinox products and services

  • The highest compensation structure in the industry, with an earning potential of $100K+

  • Over 160 hours of paid education through the Equinox Fitness Training Institute

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Michelle fell in love with Equinox—the education they offered, the support system within the trainers and instructors, and the growth- focused feedback she consistently received. In 2015, she became a Tier 1 personal trainer and built her business quickly. Within 6 months, she became a Tier 3 personal trainer and transferred to the Huntington Beach, California location in 2016.

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