Fitness Trainer for Senior Independent Living

About the role

Fitness Trainers are the heart of the Live 2 B Healthy program, delivering safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes for older adults in senior living communities. The role also includes private one‑on‑one and small‑group training, ensuring seniors stay active and healthy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead scheduled group fitness classes tailored to older adults, focusing on functional movement, balance and strength.
• Provide personalized private and small‑group training sessions based on individual goals and abilities.
• Monitor participants to ensure safety, modify exercises as needed and promote inclusivity.
• Build positive relationships with residents, staff and community decision‑makers.
• Follow Live 2 B Healthy protocols, curriculum standards and documentation requirements.
• Report attendance, session feedback and client notes to the Fitness Program Manager and communicate any scheduling issues.

Required profile

• Experience in senior fitness, personal training, group fitness, Aqua, Yoga or rehab‑based exercise.
• Background as a Personal Trainer; circuit training experience is a plus.
• Current nationally recognized fitness certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, AFAA or equivalent).
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client‑centered approach.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality for on‑site sessions.

Required skills

• Senior fitness
• Personal training
• Group fitness
• Aqua fitness
• Yoga
• Rehab‑based exercise
• Circuit training
• NASM/ACE/ACSM/AFAA certification
• CPR/AED certification

What we offer

• Performance‑based bonus.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Free uniforms.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Training and development.
• Hourly pay based on experience and certifications, with additional compensation for private and small‑group sessions.
• Mileage and travel time reimbursement where applicable.