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How much do personal training manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for personal training manager in Minnesota is $58,827.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a personal training manager do?

A Personal Training Manager oversees the personal training department within a gym or fitness center. Their main responsibilities include hiring and supervising personal trainers, developing training programs, ensuring client satisfaction, and meeting business targets such as sales and client retention. They also handle administrative tasks, provide ongoing education and support for trainers, and often interact with clients to maintain high service standards. Ultimately, they ensure both trainers and clients have a positive and productive experience.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a personal training manager?

To thrive as a Personal Training Manager, you need a strong background in exercise science, fitness training, and team leadership, often supported by a relevant degree and personal trainer certification. Familiarity with gym management software, fitness assessment tools, and scheduling systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, motivational, and organizational skills help you inspire trainers and clients while managing daily operations. These abilities ensure effective team performance, client satisfaction, and the achievement of business goals in a competitive fitness environment.

How does a personal training manager balance administrative duties with hands-on coaching responsibilities?

Personal Training Managers often split their time between overseeing the gym’s personal training operations—such as scheduling, staff development, and client management—and actively working with clients or mentoring trainers on the floor. This balance can vary depending on the size of the facility, but strong organizational skills and effective delegation are key. Managers are expected to lead by example, maintain high standards for client service, and ensure trainers are meeting their goals, which means blending administrative oversight with a visible, supportive presence in the training area.

What is the difference between Personal Training Manager vs Personal Trainer?

AspectPersonal Training ManagerPersonal Trainer
CertificationsCPR/AED, NASM, ACE, or ACSM certificationsCPR/AED, NASM, ACE, or ACSM certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees fitness staff, manages gym operations, develops programsWorks directly with clients to provide training sessions
ResponsibilitiesStaff management, program development, client retentionPersonalized training, fitness assessments, coaching

The main difference between a Personal Training Manager and a Personal Trainer lies in their roles. The manager oversees staff and operations, while the trainer focuses on working directly with clients. Both roles require similar certifications, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Personal Training Manager job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,827 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Personal Trainer

Crunch Fitness

Eagan, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


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5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 63 rated gym and leisure clubs


Job description

Personal Trainer
Full Time, Part Time, Hourly
Job Family: Personal Training
Location: 1646 Diffley Rd Eagan, MN 55122
Reports to: Personal Training Manager
Why Join Crunch Fitness - Undefeated Tribe?
We're not just opening gyms, we're building communities. Undefeated Tribe is the fastest-growing Crunch Fitness franchise group in the nation, proudly expanding across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Missouri, and Minnesota. Twice named Franchise of the Year (2021 & 2024), we're on a mission to transform lives through fitness, wellness, and connection. With 100+ clubs planned by 2028, there's never been a better time to grow your career with us!
Here's why you'll love being part of the Tribe:
Bold, High-Energy Culture
At Crunch Fitness, Undefeated Tribe, you're not just an employee, you're part of a team that thrives on hustle, creativity, and collaboration. We celebrate individuality and want voices like yours at the table.
Unbeatable Perks
Competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, and yes, a free Crunch Fitness membership. You'll work in an environment built around health, strength, and community.
Unlimited Growth
With our rapid expansion, opportunities are everywhere. We invest in our people, promote from within, and give you the tools to level up your career faster than ever.
Join the Tribe. Find Your People. Build Your Future.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Personal Trainer to transform people through meaningful connection-where purposeful coaching creates life-changing experiences, clients unlock their potential, and trainers lead with heart and purpose.
What You'll Do:
As a Personal Trainer, you will be hands on with clients to prepare and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on client goals and milestones, to include tracking progress, follow up, and on-going support while delivering a 10 member experience. You'll counsel and guide members using the 4 Pillars of Fitness - Nutrition, Movement, Supplementation and Coaching and Accountability, in a manner consistent with their goals
What Success Looks Like:
  • Consistently develops and delivers customized fitness programs using dotFIT, helping clients achieve their goals through consistent coaching and support
  • Meets or exceeds session targets, PT revenue, supplement sales, and overall contributions to club success
  • Leads by example, inspiring others through professionalism, punctuality, proficiency, and a positive can-do approach

About You:
You are a proactive, impatient and charismatic communicator. Rather than your greatest gifts lying in analytics, you have the ability to read people and situations effectively. You are outgoing, empathetic and intuitive. You have the ability to persuade people to accept change or new ideas, as well as take hostile situations involving people and convert an unfriendly atmosphere to a more civil environment. Overall, you are optimistic and are most comfortable when you have freedom and independence to pursue your goals and to stay in an environment that provides a social network.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct CrunchOne Kickoff with members which includes goal setting, nutritional counseling, proper use of fitness equipment and proper form of exercises
  • Attend all required meetings and trainings for personal trainers.
  • Prepare and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on client goals and milestones, to include tracking progress, follow up, and on-going support
  • Inform and support members in understanding and utilizing all available fitness tools and programs to assist in achieving their goals
  • Demonstrate safe and proper exercise techniques to clients and all members of facility
  • Assist in member service activities, such as Dot Fit Tables, Inbody analysis tables, challenge classes & challenge weigh-ins.
  • Design, implement, and actively utilize company-provided tools (i.e., dotFIT) to deliver comprehensive fitness programs.
  • Schedule all personal training sessions, appointments, and administration time using company systems
  • Execution on Personal Trainer Business Plan
  • Meet minimum company expectations, to include session service targets, Personal Training revenue, supplement/nutritional sales, and overall contributions to club success
  • Help maintain a clean and crisp facility by racking weights, organizing work areas, and assisting in cleaning checklists as requested
  • It is a conflict of interest to conduct personal training sessions or perform any personal training-related duties independently or at any company outside of Crunch
  • Scheduling availability of 20 hours minimum per week to provide individual training to members and/or floor time to obtain new clients

Qualifications:
  • Ability to motivate others, provide high level of care to club members and solve problems
  • Experience as a personal trainer preferred
  • CPR/AED certification required (can be obtained within 30 days of hire)
  • Certification in one or more of the below must be acquired within the first 120 days of employment.

Certification required in one or more approved Nationally Accredited Certifications:
  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Health Fitness Specialist
  • American Council on Exercise (ACE)
  • Personal Trainer Certification
  • The Cooper Institute
  • International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA)
  • Personal Fitness Trainer Certification
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
  • Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
  • National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA)
  • Personal Fitness Trainer Certification
  • National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • International Sports Sciences Association (with NCCA accreditation)
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs
  • Physical effort required for daily duties include lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, and prolonged standing and walking

Education Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor degree preferred

Travel:
No travel required
Compensation (hourly)
  • $12.00
  • $80,000+ annual earning potential (hourly base pay + commission)

Table of payment for Service Hours, Sessions serviced, and Bonus Eligibility
PT Tier
Base Hourly Rate
Revenue Split for Sessions Serviced
Commissions for dotFIT sales
PT Level 1
$12
30%
10%
PT Level 2
$12
40%
10%
PT Level 3
$12
45%
10%
MASTER Trainer
$12
50%
10%
Session Serviced Bonus:
Must achieve a minimum of $500 in dotFIT sales to qualify for the bonus. NOTE: Level 1 Trainers do NOT qualify.
a) 60 (1 hour sessions) - $1 per hour bonus
b) 80 (1 hour sessions) - $2 per hour bonus
c) 100 (1 hour sessions) - $3 per hour bonus
d) 120 (1 hour sessions) - $4 per hour bonus
Sales Commissions:
Personal Sales of New Business Unit (NBU) and dotFIT Supplements:
  • 20% of down payment on Personal Training Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) plan.
  • 5% on Paid in Full Personal Training Agreement plans
  • 10% of all dotFIT supplement products
    • dotFIT supplements sold to employees do not qualify for commissions and or credit towards the Sessions Serviced bonus qualifier.

Benefits
  • PTO
  • Subsidized health insurance coverage (health, dental, vision) for full time positions
  • Basic Life and AD&D
  • HSA
  • Short-term disability
  • Free gym membership

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
UDT is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. UDT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Please note that Crunch Fitness - Undefeated Tribe does not offer visa sponsorship or support visa transfers for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
At Crunch Fitness - Undefeated Tribe, we are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team. Some of the roles listed are part of our evergreen hiring strategy, meaning we consistently seek to build a pipeline of qualified candidates. While not all positions may be actively hiring at this time, we encourage you to apply if the role aligns with your career goals. Your application will be considered as opportunities become available.
Join us in making Crunch Fitness the talk of the town! Apply now and be a driving force in transforming lives through fitness.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Crunch is best known for our colorful personality and kickass group fitness and training programs that are #OnlyAtCrunch. With two brands, and a variety of membership options with no long-term commitments, the right Crunch experience is ready for you.

Industry

Fitness and sports centers and amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US