Personal Trainer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

  • Mountain Top, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • Mountain Top, PA
  • 25 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 - Industrial PRN

  • Denver, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Denver, PA
  • 60+ 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...

Certified Athletic Trainer - Action Sports Camp

  • Woodward, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Woodward, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Certified Athletic Trainers should be knowledgeable in the injuries and sport injury prevention. What's in it for you?...

Athletic Trainer - Penn College

  • Williamsport, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Williamsport, PA
  • 18 hours ago

training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements Participates in athletic training services at special...

Athletic Trainer - Bucktail High School

  • Williamsport, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Williamsport, PA
  • 18 hours ago

training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements Participates in athletic training services at special...

Athletic Trainer - Jersey Shore High School

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 18 hours ago

training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements Participates in athletic training services at special...

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) $2500 Sign-on bonus!

  • Rochester, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rochester, PA
  • 19 hours ago

of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and record change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care Manage emergency incidents, coordinate EMS and acute care procedures...

Dynamic Personal Trainer

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Personal Trainers will spend the majority of their work week member facing, deliver either personal training services, onboarding sessions, or complimentary services....

Personal Trainer

  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA
  • 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...

Crunch Coach / Personal Trainer

  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago

Service Members Instruct members on proper use of club equipment and exercise techniques....

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Education and Experience: Graduated from an accredited (CAATE) athletic training program. Current certification with the Board of Certification....

Performance Coach - Athens, PA

  • Athens, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Athens, PA
  • 1 day ago

prevention Commitment to continued education and furthering experiences and abilities in the sports performance field Training philosophy that emphasizes functional, scientific, and movement-based...

Athletic Trainer

  • State College, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 2 days ago

duties that fall within the purview of Athletic Training Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree required....

Fitness Coach - NEW HIRE

  • Industry, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Industry, PA
  • 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....

Health Fitness Professional (Part-Time)

  • Elkins Park, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkins Park, PA
  • 2 days ago

You may provide individual and group exercise instruction, monitor fitness facility and conduct fitness testing and assessments, advising participants of the results and designing individualized programs...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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