Personal Trainer / Fitness Coach – New Opening Gym – Reading, Berkshire

Personal Trainer / Fitness Coach - New Opening Gym - Reading, Berkshire Various Locations | Part-Time | Competitive Pay Are you passionate about fitness and love helping others smash their goals? At JD Gyms, we’re looking for energetic, approachable, and inspiring Fitness Coaches to lead from the front and bring our gym floors to life. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to build your career, and be part of one of the UK’s fastest-growing fitness brands. Here’s more on the employed Fitness Coach Role ️ What You’ll Be Doing Be a visible, friendly presence on the gym floor—engaging with members and building lasting relationships. Deliver safe, effective, and motivating group sessions and inductions. Support members with technique, confidence, and motivation. Help maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and equipment care. Promote your personal training services and contribute to club energy and retention. What You’ll Bring Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification (essential). Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others. Positive, proactive attitude and high energy. What You’ll Get Competitive hourly rate Free JD Gyms membership JD Group staff discounts Company pension scheme Wellbeing support & employee discount programme Career progression into Duty Manager, AGM, or GM roles Hear more about being a self-employed Personal Trainer What You’ll Be Doing Interacting with one of the largest member bases to showcase your skills and help grow your business fast Promote your personal training services and contribute to club energy and retention What You’ll Bring Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification (essential) What You’ll Get One of the lowest monthly rent amounts in the fitness industry Free JD Gyms membership Opportunity to grow your own PT business within the club 1 st month RENT FREE Apply now and become a motivator, role model, and game-changer at JD Gyms.

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