Personal Trainer, Berkeley
Company: Equinox
Role summary
Personal Trainer, Berkeley is a role at Equinox in Berkeley, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-29. Salary: USD 20–73 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Personal Trainer, Berkeley
- Company
- Equinox
- Location
- Berkeley, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 20–73 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-29
You’ll love working in an upscale environment where you can build your own client base while enjoying a competitive hourly rate that rewards your hustle. It’s a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your fitness career at a premium brand that values excellence and professional growth without needing a college degree to get started.
Job description
Company Description
WHO WE ARE
Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.
We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.
WHAT WE DO
We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.
Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.
Job Description
We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the Equinox team at our Berkeley location in the East Bay.
Administer fitness evaluations (Equifits), orientations, stretching and personal training sessions
Establish and maintain a personal training client base according to company standards
Provide a high level of personalized attention to members
Maintain knowledge and/or participation in all club services, programs and products
Update and maintain the Personal Training App
Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques which may include operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds
Provide each member and potential member with the best quality customer service
Adjust and operate all fitness equipment
Regular and predictable attendance
Attend Personal Training related meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification required
Reimbursement opportunities for non-PT certified applicants
CPR/AED certification
1-3 yrs of previous Personal Training experience (preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possess honesty and personal integrity
Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to perform all essential physical aspects of the position which may include standing, sitting, running, walking, jumping, squatting, bending, and reaching. As well as pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs at a time
Pay Transparency - $40.50-$72.50/session; $19.61/hour (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses
Additional Information
AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:
We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
Complimentary Club membership
Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.