Help Wanted - Personal Trainer

Tom Wigginton • April 1, 2026

Personal Trainer

Part-Time – 15-25 hours per week

Vitruvian Fitness is hiring a part-time personal trainer to join our coaching team.

This is a great opportunity for a trainer who wants to coach professionally, work with motivated adult clients, and be part of a structured, team-driven environment.


What Makes This Role Different

• You coach. You don’t sell. 

• No large group classes or “workout of the day” 

• Every client follows a personalized program 

• Small group setting (up to 5 clients at a time) 

• Clients are consistent, motivated adults


If you enjoy coaching, building relationships, and helping people improve long-term, you’ll fit in well here.

Schedule & Hours

  • Part-time: 15–25 hours per week
  • Shifts include:
  • Early mornings (starting as early as 5:30 AM)
  • Some weekend shifts


Compensation

  • $19/hour base pay while coaching
  • +$3–$6 per client session bonus – depending on experience and credentials
  • Typical shift (4–5 hours): $140–$215+ – depending on experience, credentials, number of sessions served.
  • Additional pay for admin and member experience tasks


We also offer:

  • Up to $500/year in continuing education reimbursement
  • Paid sick leave (Colorado HFWA)
  • FAMLI eligibility


Who This Is a Good Fit For

You’ll likely do well here if you:

  • Enjoy working with adults (30s–70s), not just athletes or high-intensity clients
  • Like coaching more than “running workouts”
  • Take pride in being professional, prepared, and detail-oriented
  • Are curious and open to learning new systems and methods
  • Want a stable, long-term coaching environment


Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience as a personal trainer, group coach, or related role
  • Current personal training certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM, ISSA, etc.)
  • Current CPR/AED certification


Also encouraged to apply if you:

  • Are newer to training but have strong experience in coaching, teaching, or hospitality
  • Have worked with adult populations, injuries, or general fitness clients


What You’ll Do

  • Coach clients through individualized training programs
  • Provide instruction, feedback, and encouragement during sessions
  • Take notes and document relevant session information
  • Participate in weekly staff trainings and programming meetings


About Our Clients

Most of our members are busy adults in their 30s–70s who are often balancing careers, families, or retirement and who value their time and are committed to staying strong, durable, and independent.


They come to us to:

  • Get stronger and move better
  • Stay active and independent long-term
  • Train consistently with guidance and structure


This is not a high-intensity or performance-only environment. Our clients are focused on long-term health and real-life functional outcomes.


About Vitruvian Fitness

We’ve been in business coaching clients in the North Denver area since 2010.


Our model is personalized strength training in a small group setting. Every program is individualized. Every session is coached.


Our programming has its roots in elite strength and conditioning modified for an adult population who expects a professional and smart approach to moving better, getting stronger, and enjoying a more active and healthier lifestyle.


We value:

  • Professionalism
  • Continuous improvement
  • Strong relationships with clients
  • A positive, team-oriented environment


How to Apply

Send an email to tom@vmfit.com with:

  • Your resume
  • A short note (or 2-minute video) on why you’re interested.



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