Personal Trainer Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Sports Medicine Professional $2,500 in Hiring Bonuses!

  • North Dartmouth, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA
  • 2 hours ago

clinical, non-clinical, education, presentations, public speaking, coaching, biomechanics, safety, human movement Qualifications Qualifications: Education in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational...

Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer

  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Athletic training services include, but are not limited to coordinating the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses to student-athletes of college's 27 varsity...

Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Certified or certifiable in Personal Trainer/Exercise Science or other approved credentialing organization; Certified in CPR/AED and First Aid from approved credentialing...

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

Review and support team conditioning and fitness testing, ensuring adherence to NCAA Catastrophic Injury Prevention Guidelines....

Assistant Athletic Trainer - Framingham State University

  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Provide athletic training coverage of practices and both home and away competitions....

Assistant Personal Training Manager, Dartmouth Street

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Exercise Science or Sports Management Degree preferred. Proven ability to drive revenue, including sales skills with specific focus of attracting new clients and retention....

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago

Provide athletic training coverage of practices and both home and away competitions....

Personal Trainer

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals....

Personal Trainer Director

  • Braintree, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform 40 and/or 60-minute Personal Training sessions to members using functional training as a base model for member exercise plans Conduct Fitness Consultations...

Job Description: The position requires teaching a wide range of courses in exercise and sports science within the major and the General Education Curriculum....

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • South Hadley, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • South Hadley, MA
  • 3 days ago

Assist with the daily operations and maintenance of the athletic training room, including but not limited to inventory. Assist Head Athletic Trainer with administrative duties as assigned....

Fitness Specialist

  • Brookline, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 5 days ago

Conduct supervised exercise sessions....

Intern-Personal Trainer

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 6 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...

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • Lowell, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 6 days ago

Responsible to assist the Associate AD for Sports Medicine and Performance in the following areas: * Supervision of athletic training facilities * Implementing injury prevention, immediate care and...

Personal Trainer- Assembly Row

  • Somerville, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 6 days ago

COMPANY: TITLE Boxing Club POSITION: Personal Trainer LOCATION: Assembly Row + 1 other Boston club Are you a personal trainer with a passion for group fitness?...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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