Personal Trainer Jobs in West Virginia

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 28 Jobs

Exercise Specialist

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 10 hours ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 10 hours ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology OR Exercise Science....

Personal Trainer

  • WV
  • 4 days ago
  • WV
  • 4 days ago

Essential Functions: Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time Conduct new member orientation pre-exercise biometrics and goal evaluations Develop personalized fitness programs...

Maintain an adequate training facility in order to render appropriate athletic training services. Revised: September 16, 2014 July 14, 2017...

Maintain an adequate training facility in order to render appropriate athletic training services. Revised: September 16, 2014 July 14, 2017...

Oversees and administers a resistance training facility for students/athletes. 6. Assists in aspects of recruiting and promotion of the weight room. 7....

Maintain an adequate training facility in order to render appropriate athletic training services. Revised: September 16, 2014 July 14, 2017...

Maintain an adequate training facility in order to render appropriate athletic training services. Revised: September 16, 2014 July 14, 2017...

Athletic Trainer

  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Clarksburg, WV
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking an Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team!...

Part Time Personal Trainer Anytime Fitness Oak Hill, WV

  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 9 days ago

While actively training, part-time personal trainers will be making $22.50 per hour and will be making $11.25 when not training!...

Fitness Coach - Full Time - Ripley

  • Ripley, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Ripley, WV
  • 11 days ago

. * Bonus Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field, or experience in corrective exercise, post-rehab, or injury prevention is a plus....

Athletic Trainer - Tennis and Cheer

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 12 days ago

Maintain the status of an Athletic Training Approved Clinical Instructor (ACI)....

Assistant Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer - Football

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 12 days ago

Clinically supervise all athletic training students assigned to your respective athletic training room/clinical site....

Exercise Physiologist -- Cardiac Rehab -- Teays Valley Hospital

  • Hurricane, WV
  • 19 days ago
  • Hurricane, WV
  • 19 days ago

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST -- CARDIAC REHAB -- TEAYS VALLEY HOSPITAL (JOB ID: 47069) Job Summary Provides supervision of exercise testing and assists in supervising exercise training sessions and assists...

Exercise Physiologist

  • Hurricane, WV
  • 20 days ago
  • Hurricane, WV
  • 20 days ago

Responsibilities Conducts exercise tests and provides an individual written exercise prescription for normal and diseased clients....

Full-Time Personal Trainer Oak Hill, WV

  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 26 days ago
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 26 days ago

While actively training, part-time personal trainers will be making $22.50 per hour and will be making $11.25 when not training!...

Demographic Data for West Virginia

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in West Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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