Personal Trainer Jobs in Kansas

A Personal Trainer plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They specialize in creating custom exercise programs for individuals or groups, based on their physical abilities and health goals. Personal Trainers guide their clients through various exercises, ensuring proper form and safety. They also provide motivation, monitor progress, and make adjustments to the program as needed. Some trainers may offer dietary and lifestyle advice to enhance results. Certified Trainers have in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, nutrition, injury prevention, and specific exercise techniques.

Before becoming a Personal Trainer, an individual could hold several related positions such as Fitness Instructor, Gym Assistant, or Physical Education Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in instructing and motivating individuals, operating fitness equipment, and understanding exercise science. In terms of qualifications, a personal trainer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and an accredited certification in personal training. Some reputable certifications include NASM, ACE, and ACSM. Additional skills such as CPR and AED certification are also helpful as they are equipped to respond to emergency situations. Communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate are also key traits of successful personal trainers.

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Athletic Trainer - Industrial - Topeka, Kansas - Full Time

  • Topeka, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer

  • Atchison, KS
  • moments ago
  • Atchison, KS
  • moments ago

Athletic Trainers play a role in planning and implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principals and practices of athletic training....

Assistant Athletic Trainer - Baseball

  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago

Information: Athletic Training Certification OR able to obtain within 90 days of employment Other additional Health/Sports Medicine Certifications Eligible for Kansas Athletic Training License OR able...

Personal Trainer

  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago

ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer Health Fitness Specialist American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Certification...

Early Intervention Specialist/Industrial Athletic Trainer

  • Arkansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Arkansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or Masters Degree in Athletic Training Other Qualified Disciplines: Associates degree as a PTA with licensure; or Bachelors degree in Exercise Science/Athletic Training...

PRN- Athletic Trainer I

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago

of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with the Kansas State Athletic Training Act....

H2FIT: Strength & Conditioning Coach - Fort Leavenworth, KS

  • Fort Leavenworth, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Leavenworth, KS
  • 7 days ago

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) will be on a dynamic team,...

H2FIT: Strength & Conditioning Coach - Fort Riley, KS

  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 7 days ago

** WE ARE OFFERING $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!** If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Strength and Conditioning Coach...

Intern-Personal Trainer

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 8 days ago

Trainer in the near future Must be open to working in other departments at Life Time to support customer experience and engagement Must have the ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration...

H2FIT: Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified - Fort Riley, KS

  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • 9 days ago

** WE ARE OFFERING $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!** If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Strength and Conditioning Coach...

H2FIT: Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified - Fort Leavenworth, KS

  • Fort Leavenworth, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Leavenworth, KS
  • 10 days ago

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you! This Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) will be on a dynamic team,...

Fitness Specialist

  • Hays, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Hays, KS
  • 12 days ago

Certification by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or Athletic Training Certification (ATC) through an accredited organization....

Full-Time Personal Trainer - Bonner Spri...

  • Bonner Springs, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Bonner Springs, KS
  • 12 days ago

, Healthcare Full-Time Personal Trainer - Bonner Springs Full-Time Personal Trainer - Bonner Springs Anytime Fitness Bonner Springs, KS 66012 Posted/Updated: 1 days ago Job Description Job Title: Personal...

Athletic Trainer - Industrial - Olathe, Kansas - Full Time

  • Olathe, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 14 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Personal Trainer

  • Garden City, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 16 days ago

Personal Trainers are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
6.0%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Trainers in Kansas
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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