Personal Trainer Jobs in Washington

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.

1-15 of 93 Jobs

Athletic Trainer

  • Auburn, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 17 days ago

Must have or obtain ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist or Clinical Exercise Physiologist credential within the first 6 months of employment....

Athletic Trainer

  • Auburn, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 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...

Fitness Coach - NEW HIRE

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 hours 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...

Certified Athletic Trainer

  • Kent, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 1 day ago

Athletic Trainers - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Olympic Sports & Spine Western Washington's leading school-based athletic training services provider....

Wellness Coach - South

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

Monitors members for injury prevention and proper equipment use, and professionally responds to emergency situations on the Wellness Floor when they occur Participates in cleaning the Health and Wellness...

Personal/Group Fitness Trainer

  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 1 day ago

, post-rehab, and injury prevention, are a plus...

Performance Coach

  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago

Proven experience in leading and teaching group exercise classes....

Athletic Trainer, .85 FTE

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Our program provides comprehensive athletic training services to over 40 schools in diverse settings....

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

  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago

Trainer certification Experience working with individuals, families and communities of diverse backgrounds and abilities Fluency in second language desired Y Culture: Build relationships with a diverse...

Personal Training Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago

(ACE) The Cooper Institute International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Performance...

Personal Trainer

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 5 days ago

Trainer Certification and/or B.S. in Exercise Science Experience Personal Training experience preferred but not required....

25635 Health and Wellbeing Coach

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 6 days ago

You have experience coaching and/or teaching group exercise classes (preferred)....

Wellness Coach

  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 days ago

Monitors members for injury prevention and proper equipment use, and professionally responds to emergency situations on the Wellness Floor when they occur Participates in cleaning the Health and Wellness...

Athletic Trainer (ATC, PT, OT)

  • Centralia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 7 days ago

Fit For Work is an innovative and rapidly expanding company within the Confluent Health family working to change the world of workplace safety and injury prevention....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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