How To Become A Personal Trainer At PureGym

Q: What qualifications do I need to work with PureGym?

To be a Personal Trainer/Fitness Coach you will need your Level 3 Personal Training certificate. If you have completed your Level 2 Gym Instructor certificate and are currently studying towards your Level 3, there’s no need to wait to apply. We can still take you through our hiring process and potentially have a position ready and waiting for you once you have qualified.

Q: How will PureGym help to get me clients?

PureGym has a dedicated team of PT Business Support Managers, who have backgrounds as PTs themselves, who deliver various levels of support to help you understand and build your client base. We have our Active IQ endorsed Business Foundation and Advanced courses, our 12 week Business Coach award, as well as our very own learning portal – My PT Zone, where you can do business webinars on a range of topics in your own time.

Q: Do I have to pay rent as well as work for PureGym as a fitness coach?

As a Fitness Coach you have a part-time employment contract for 12 hours per week, for which you are paid a monthly salary, and also receive benefits such as contracted holiday - there is no exchange of service hours for rent payments. As a Personal Trainer you work under a self-employed agreement. You will pay a monthly rental fee that allows you to access the club members and use the facilities for your business.

Q: Do I have to give a % of my PT income to PureGym?

No - 100% of your income is yours when you run your PT business from PureGym and your earnings potential is completely uncapped. Being a self-employed PT with PureGym means you are in total control of your business; how it runs, what service you offer, the payment and pricing structure to name just a few fundamentals.

Q: Can I work just as a fitness coach and not PT?

No, the Fitness Coach role works alongside the Personal Trainer role. Some of our clubs offer permanent full-time Gym Instructor positions, for which you need to be Level 2 Fitness qualified.

Q: Can I just teach classes as a freelancer?

All of the core classes are taught by our in house Fitness Coach team. We do have freelance instructors for specialist classes such as Pilates, Yoga and Zumba. If you have the qualifications and are interested in knowing more, please contact your local club.

If you’re passionate about fitness, ambitious, and want to make a difference, then you’ll love being part of PureGym’s Fitness Team. We have a range of opportunities available from experienced Personal Trainers to those just starting their journey and hoping to turn their passion into a career.

Our Fitness Coaches help the Gym Management team deliver the best fitness experience for our members. Part-time employment, offering all the security and benefits of being part of the team at the UK's favourite gym, and development programmes to support your career progression to gym management if that's your goal. Personal Trainers (PTs) can grow their own business, utilising the great facilities on offer to help members to achieve their goals.

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As a Gym Instructor you will play a crucial part in the safe enjoyment of our gyms - ensuring members are able to experience a great workout, upheld by the highest gym standards; from hygiene and safety, to ensuring an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported with their fitness and wellbeing goals. If you have a passion for fitness and love helping people achieve their potential and reach their goals then PureGym is the place for you.

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We designed this Online Personal Training Course for those who want to become a PT and start building a career in Health and Fitness but do not have any qualifications yet. Our Career Diploma Package will provide you with all the essential skills and qualifications to become your own boss, fast-track your career and start to change people's lives. Turning your passion into a career is easy with The PureGym Personal Training Academy.

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WHY JOIN US

We pride ourselves on the unrivalled training and support we offer. Hear from some of our Management Team and Personal Trainers on what you can expect when you join PureGym.

INDUSTRY LEADING SUPPORT

Our expert team have one goal and that is to support you to be a successful Personal Trainer, no matter your level of experience.

Here is a snapshot of the training and mentorship we offer.

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HEAR FROM PUREGYM PERSONAL TRAINERS

"The two business workshops were really helpful, and it's great to know that you can revisit them as and when you feel the need to. I also like knowing that I work with the biggest gym group in the UK - it gives me a sense of security."

Wai, Personal Trainer at PureGym

I have weekly catch ups with Managers, who always give me great advice and keep me accountable for my business. The Business Coach course is another great tool which has helped with looking at the finer details of my personal training business."

Mo, Personal Trainer at PureGym

"PureGym supported me from the start with a business foundations course and exercise to music training. The managers are always keen to help with lead generation ideas and class ideas, especially early on."

Seb, Personal Trainer at PureGym

THE PUREGYM DIFFERENCE

As the largest gym operator in the UK with growth plans both in the UK and internationally, we are able to offer meaningful opportunities for personal growth – whether that’s being a fully-independent self-employed Personal Trainer with a thriving client base, or progressing through the ranks as a Gym Manager and beyond.

And we make sure we have fun whilst we do it.

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Here at PureGym, we want you to grow with us and be the best you can be. Many Personal Trainers have developed their skills and progressed their careers at PureGym – whether that’s building a client base to become fully self-employed, or to go down the management route.

What do we look for?

At PureGym everybody is welcome, and we are on a mission to inspire a healthier nation - one member at a time.

You will play a key role in this mission as we look for people who are passionate about delivering an amazing fitness experience to our members in club.

This could be everything from leading an energising group exercise class, to rolling up your sleeves and ensuring the gym is clean to the highest standards.

All PT/FC applicants will need a Level 3 Personal Training Certificate, as well as a willingness to learn and get stuck into the day-to-day running of a gym.

HIRING PROCESS

Our hiring process for Personal Trainer/ Fitness Coach roles will involve

An initial telephone screening call for the Fitness Coach role to discuss motivations for applying.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to a face-to-face interview which will be either held in a club or on a video interview with a member of our dedicated hiring team.

During this session we will also have a separate discussion about the Personal Trainer role, where you will be asked to run through your business plan.