ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Exercise Trainer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Arch Amenities Group

Personal Trainer

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals. Personal Trainers make sure that their clients are doing ...

Career Site

Personal Trainer

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals. Personal Trainers make sure that their clients are doing ...

Arch Amenities Group

Personal Trainer

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals. Personal Trainers make sure that their clients are doing ...

Career Site

Personal Trainer

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals. Personal Trainers make sure that their clients are doing ...

Arch Amenities Group

Personal Trainer

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

Personal Trainers work individually with clients, helping them devise custom exercise plans to help them achieve their physical fitness goals. Personal Trainers make sure that their clients are doing ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsExercise Trainer JobsExercise Trainer Jobs in California

Exercise Trainer information

See California salary details

$10

$28

$51

How much do exercise trainer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for exercise trainer in California is $28.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $31.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Exercise Trainer vs Personal Trainer?

AspectExercise TrainerPersonal Trainer
CertificationsCPR/AED, fitness certifications (e.g., ACE, NASM)CPR/AED, fitness certifications (e.g., ACE, NASM)
Work EnvironmentGyms, fitness centers, community centersGyms, private studios, clients' homes
Employer & Industry UsageFitness facilities, gyms, health clubsPersonal training studios, independent practice
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Exercise Trainers and Personal Trainers often share similar certifications and work environments, focusing on helping clients improve fitness. However, Exercise Trainers typically work in gyms or community settings with group or individual sessions, while Personal Trainers often provide personalized, one-on-one coaching, sometimes independently. Both roles require similar credentials and are frequently compared by those seeking fitness guidance.

Do exercise trainers make money?

Exercise trainers typically earn income through client sessions, group classes, or facility employment, with salaries varying based on experience, location, and certifications. Many trainers supplement income by offering personal training packages or online coaching. Earnings can range from hourly wages to commissions or percentages of session fees.

How much money can an exercise trainer make?

Exercise trainers' earnings vary based on experience, location, certifications, and whether they work independently or for a facility. On average, they earn between $30,000 and $70,000 annually, with some experienced trainers or those in high-demand areas earning more. Many trainers supplement income through private sessions or specialized training.

What cities in California are hiring for Exercise Trainer jobs?

Cities in California with the most Exercise Trainer job openings:

Exercise Trainer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Exercise Trainer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,215 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Exercise Specialist, Full Time, 10 Hour, Days

Whittier, CA • On-site

PIH Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about PIH Healthexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

PIH Health rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram

The Exercise Specialist develops, implements and supervises exercise training guidelines and sessions for cardiac rehabilitation patients. Administers fitness assessments on an outpatient population and provides exercise expertise as needed.

What PIH Health employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

PIH Health logo

About PIH Health

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

* PIH Health is a nonprofit health and wellness network serving Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Our integrated system consists of 747 beds at two acute care hospitals and a multi-specialty medical group. * Strong community reputation * 2014, 2015 Favorite Workplace * Innovative, transparent, family-like culture

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Whittier, CA, US

Year founded

1959

View All PIH Health Jobs

Apply