Personal Trainer Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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Fitness Specialist Occupational Health & Wellness Expert

  • Mount Rainier, MD (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Rainier, MD (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Bachelor's Degree. preferably in Exercise Science and 3+ years of practical experience, or 10+ years of practical experience without a Bachelor's in Exercise Science Active certification from at least...

Fitness Consultant

  • Crofton, MD (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Crofton, MD (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Fitness Consultant The Fitness Consultant is responsible for promoting and selling memberships to potential new members and selling renewals/upgrades to current gym members. Major...

Certified Personal Trainer Full Time or Part Time

  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Personal Trainer Job Description: Gold's Gym Personal Trainers provide customized fitness programs to our members while educating and guiding them on proper nutrition, cardiovascular exercise, resistance...

Certified Personal Trainer

  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Gold's Personal Trainers provide personalized attention, professional instruction, and exercise programming to maximize members health, fitness, and wellness while providing the highest level of customer...

Boxing Fitness Trainer

  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Qualifications & Requirements: At least six months teaching in a group exercise format. Knowledge of safe exercise technique and group exercise principles....

Personal Trainer

  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Personal Trainer Job Description: Gold's Gym Personal Trainers provide customized fitness programs to our members while educating and guiding them on proper nutrition, cardiovascular exercise, resistance...

Boxing/Kickboxing Independent Personal Trainer Wanted

  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Gold's Gym is looking for Independent Personal Trainers with specific experience in Boxing and/or Kickboxing who have an entrepreneurial spirit who wish to grow their own business and increase their...

Assistant Personal Training Manager

  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

trainers are scheduled for training delivery to clients and work with all gym personnel in involving them in fitness education and sales....

Fitness Specialist (As-Needed)

  • Arlington, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 23 hours ago

areas Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines Conduct safe and effective assessments...

Senior Training and Exercise Specialist

  • Odenton, MD (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Odenton, MD (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

(SO) exercise requirements, as appropriate....

Health Fitness Professional (substitute)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

**Minimum Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or 2+ years' fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification...

Health Fitness Professional (substitute)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

HealthFitness is looking for a substitute/as-needed/fill-in Health Fitness Professional (number of hours working depends on demand and scheduling) to join the team at our client site located in...

Lead Exercise Physiologist (CEP), Day Shift, Center for Fitness and Health

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

healing As a Lead Exercise Physiologist (CEP) you will: Develop individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance, and flexibility....

Certified Athletic Trainer

  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities Athletic Training & Sports Medicine Provide injury prevention, evaluation, emergency care, treatment, and rehabilitation for Middle and Upper School student-athletes....

Personal Trainer

  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Personal Trainers will spend much of their work week member facing, deliver either personal training services, fitness evaluations, or complimentary services....

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Arlington, VA 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 Arlington, VA
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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