Personal Trainer Jobs in Parsippany, NJ

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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Personal Trainer, Wall Street

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

TRAINER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE: Compensation for time spent in internal education to support your growth as a Personal Trainer and professional Premier facilities with functional training...

Personal Trainer, Greenwich Ave

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Personal Trainer

Colonia, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Colonia, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

We are looking for Retro Fitness Personal Trainers to enhance the competencies of our Retro Fitness franchise by conducting training programs that will boost franchise club performance in alliance with...

Female Certified Personal Trainer

Montclair, NJ (10 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Montclair, NJ (10 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

The Female Personal Trainer or "Coach" is the expert on health and fitness in the health club. She provides structured exercise prescription to clients with a variety of health and wellness goals....

Personal Trainer

Morristown, NJ (6 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Morristown, NJ (6 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

(IFPA) Personal Trainer Certification National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) National Exercise...

Personal Trainer-Garwood

Garwood, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Garwood, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Personal Trainer - South Slope (Brooklyn)

Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

NCCA Accredited primary Personal Trainer Certification (newly hired Personal Trainers may have 60 days from the date of hire to complete and provide)....

Personal Trainer/ HWC Lifestyle medical fitness/Per diem/Day shift

Mahwah, NJ (19 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

Mahwah, NJ (19 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Manager, Medical Fitness, the Personal Trainer is responsible for their clients' physical assessments, exercise prescription, and motivation, as well as...

Athletic Trainer/DME Field Service Rep (Cedar Knolls, NJ)

Cedar Knolls, NJ (3 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
2 days ago

Cedar Knolls, NJ (3 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
2 days ago

Minimum of 2 years experience with direct patient care, preferably in an orthopedic, physical therapy or athletic training environment, or related experience, required....

Personal Trainer

Fairview, NJ (21 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
2 days ago

Fairview, NJ (21 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
2 days ago

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach. Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred, but not required....

Personal Trainer, Soho

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

Personal Trainer, Brookfield Place

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

Personal Trainer, Tribeca

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

Personal Trainer, Orchard Street

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

Certified Personal Trainer - Competitive Pay + Complimentary Club Access

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

New York, NY (22 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
3 days ago

Job: Personal Trainer, Upper East Side...

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Demographic Data for Parsippany, NJ

Moving to Parsippany, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Parsippany, NJ below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Parsippany, NJ

Local

National

Total Population

30,228

Number of Businesses

1,676

City Size

Medium

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Personal Trainer's Toolkit: Building a Fitness Community, Client Retention for Trainers

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Certified Personal Trainer

For over 30 years, the National Academy of Sports Medicine has developed the most successful personal trainers in the fitness industry. Our personal trainer certification provides you with the...

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Athletic Trainer

Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Parsippany, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.

Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Parsippany, NJ 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 Parsippany, NJ

2-4 years

43.2%

1-2 years

40.2%

None

16.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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