What Jobs are available for Personal Training in South Africa?

Role description

Introduction

As a personal trainer for Virgin Active, you will have the opportunity to operate your own business, by making use of our facilities and activities on the floor. You will manage your client base and offer personal training programmes to our members.

Role description

Key Responsibilities

Designing safe and effective exercise programs for your client base

Providing high levels of customer service to personal training clients and all Virgin Active members

Building a sustainable personal training client base by continually adding new clients and retaining existing clients

Completing and maintaining accurate personal training client records stored in the designated club areas

Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries

Respond and act in the case of club emergencies

Participate in all club related activities as required

Helping create a fun atmosphere within the fitness areas

Follow all Personal Training guidelines and standards as set by Virgin Active

Ensure that all certificate is valid and up to date according to industry standards

Minimum Requirements

Matric qualification or equivalent NQF 4

A recognized Personal Training qualification

Minimum 1- 2 years' experience within personal training

A current First Aid, CPR and AED certification

An outgoing and friendly personality coupled with good communication skills

Self-motivated to achieve set income targets

Self-disciplined to build and maintain a client base

Role description

Introduction

As a personal trainer for Virgin Active, you will have the opportunity to operate your own business, by making use of our facilities and activities on the floor. You will manage your client base and offer personal training programmes to our members.

Role description

Key Responsibilities

Designing safe and effective exercise programs for your client base

Providing high levels of customer service to personal training clients and all Virgin Active members

Building a sustainable personal training client base by continually adding new clients and retaining existing clients

Completing and maintaining accurate personal training client records stored in the designated club areas

Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries

Respond and act in the case of club emergencies

Participate in all club related activities as required

Helping create a fun atmosphere within the fitness areas

Follow all Personal Training guidelines and standards as set by Virgin Active

Ensure that all certificate is valid and up to date according to industry standards

Minimum Requirements

Matric qualification or equivalent NQF 4

A recognized Personal Training qualification

Minimum 1- 2 years' experience within personal training

A current First Aid, CPR and AED certification

An outgoing and friendly personality coupled with good communication skills

Self-motivated to achieve set income targets

Self-disciplined to build and maintain a client base

Job Title: Fitness Instructor

Location: Thrive Fitness, 2 Stanmore Cres, Kibler Park, Johannesburg South, 2091

Start Date: January 2026

About Thrive Fitness:

Thrive Fitness is a brand-new, state-of-the-art fitness facility committed to helping our members achieve their health and wellness goals. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment for both our team and clients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Fitness Instructor / Gym Floor Staff member to support our members on the gym floor. The ideal candidate will ensure a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment while assisting members with equipment and fitness guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor the gym floor and assist members with equipment usage
• Provide guidance on exercises and safe workout techniques
• Support group fitness classes as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of gym equipment and facilities
• Ensure adherence to gym policies and procedures
• Provide excellent customer service and member engagement.

Requirements:

• Relevant fitness qualification or certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Energetic, approachable, and member-focused
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
• First Aid certification is advantageous

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Professional and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to grow with a new, innovative fitness brand
• Access to modern gym facilities.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and relevant certifications through Indeed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R5 000,00 - R6 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Your Purpose.

• To inspire people to live active lives
• The role of the Fitness Instructor is to promote our world-class fitness products and to increase member retention through effective new member induction. This role will also be responsible to promote existing and new fitness initiatives as well as products and services to members.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• To at all times do your bit towards achieving our purpose to Inspire people to live an active life, this is achieved by believing and living our values through all we do, always innovating, inspiring people, have fun and do the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to achieve member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member retention
• Adhering to operational & administrative requirements
• Ensure the health and safety of members at all times
• Actively managing ongoing training and self-development to keep abreast of industry changes
• Actively assist and promote the ancillary products and services available to members

Our Minimum Requirements.

We can't live without.

• Matric qualification
• Industry recognized fitness qualification essential
• A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be a people's person and be able to assist and guide our members

We'd like you to have…

• Adaptability (must be able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment)
• Be curious (must be willing to succeed, seek opportunities to learn and grow)
• Have a winning mentality (must be willing to go over and above to achieve success)
• Must be motivated to achieve success.
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives.
• A Growth mindset
• The ability to work independently.
• Trustworthiness (must always act in doing the right thing)
• A drive to create moments of magic for our members.
• The ability to make decisions and take ownership and responsibility for the decision.
• Action orientation

We'd love you to have.

• Wellness knowledge, beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick and bold decisions.
• The ability to be agile.
• The ability to be collaborative.
• High Interpersonal skills (EQ)

Company Description

Virgin Active South Africa is part of the Virgin Group, operating over 130 clubs with nearly 6000 employees. We are on a mission to make exercise irresistible through our unique values: Insatiable Curiosity, Smart Disruptions, Heartfelt Service, Delightfully Surprising, Straight Up, and Red Hot. Our focus is to make gym easy and redefine health club luxury, striving for excellence in everything we do.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Fitness Instructor located in the City of Cape Town. The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for leading group exercise classes, providing personal training sessions, ensuring excellent customer service, and promoting fitness programs. Daily tasks include creating workout plans, guiding clients through exercises, and maintaining a positive and motivating environment within the fitness club.

Qualifications

• Group Exercise and Fitness Instruction skills
• Experience in Personal Training and the Fitness Industry
• Exceptional Customer Service skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire clients
• Relevant certifications in fitness training and instruction
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in fitness environments
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Duties/Pligte

• Assisting members in completing various health and fitness assessments.
• Prescribing effective exercise programmes and advice to members, depending on the individual needs of the member.
• Correcting exercise techniques where and when appropriate and providing alternative exercises to members based on their needs.
• Being solution-driven and assisting members in solving any queries that may arise from time to time.
• Establishing, maintaining and growing sound, positive relationships with fellow staff and organisational departments, suppliers, vendors, tenants and gym members.
• Ensuring that all weights and equipment are neatly and correctly stored and accessible at all times.
• Ensuring that members adhere to the various access control processes.
• Willingness to teach floor and studio-based exercises set to music (express classes).
• Ensuring ethical, honest and responsible conduct at all times.
• Ensuring adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, gym rules and organisational policy and procedures at all times.
• Performing all necessary administrative functions for the position.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• Relevant qualification in Fitness.
• Experience in the sport/health/fitness industry, including experience with gym equipment, exercise benefits, physical and health assessments and the interpretation thereof.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft).
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a team within a diverse work environment.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Willingness and availability to work after hours and on weekends.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling None.

Your Purpose.

• To inspire people to live active lives
• The role of the Fitness Instructor is to promote our world-class fitness products and to increase member retention through effective new member induction. This role will also be responsible to promote existing and new fitness initiatives as well as products and services to members.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• To at all times do your bit towards achieving our purpose to Inspire people to live an active life, this is achieved by believing and living our values through all we do, always innovating, inspiring people, have fun and do the right thing.
• Building relationships with members to achieve member retention
• Conducting fitness initiatives to increase member retention
• Adhering to operational & administrative requirements
• Ensure the health and safety of members at all times
• Actively managing ongoing training and self-development to keep abreast of industry changes
• Actively assist and promote the ancillary products and services available to members

Our Minimum Requirements.

We can't live without.

• Matric qualification
• Industry recognized fitness qualification essential
• A minimum of 6 months experience within fitness
• First Aid qualification with AED certification
• Ability to work shifts which includes weekends and public holidays
• Experience in member service (customer service)
• Must be a people's person and be able to assist and guide our members

We'd like you to have…

• Adaptability (must be able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment)
• Be curious (must be willing to succeed, seek opportunities to learn and grow)
• Have a winning mentality (must be willing to go over and above to achieve success)
• Must be motivated to achieve success.
• A commitment to making a difference in people's lives.
• A Growth mindset
• The ability to work independently.
• Trustworthiness (must always act in doing the right thing)
• A drive to create moments of magic for our members.
• The ability to make decisions and take ownership and responsibility for the decision.
• Action orientation

We'd love you to have.

• Wellness knowledge, beyond the health club
• The ability to make quick and bold decisions.
• The ability to be agile.
• The ability to be collaborative.
• High Interpersonal skills (EQ)

Zone Fitness is seeking dynamic, energetic and goal-driven individuals with a passion and drive for the fitness industry to fill our Fitness Instructor vacancy at our Bellville Club.

PERFORMANCE STATEMENT:

It is the objective of the Fitness Instructor to create a safe and supportive environment where all members feel valued and encouraged. Providing professional and friendly service to ensure safe exercise techniques is essential at all times. Instructors will be required to conduct Group Training (GT) classes, training will be provided for this purpose. Furthermore, qualified instructors are permitted to offer in-house personal training (PT) OUTSIDE of their regular working hours, which can provide opportunities for unlimited income.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Completed accredited fitness qualification is a MUST
• High energy levels and passion for fitness industry.
• Specific attention to detail
• Accurate numeric skills
• Computer Literacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Diplomacy in handling irate people
• Ability to work under pressure

BENEFITS

Medical Aid

Pension Fund

Should you meet the above-mentioned criteria, kindly please submit your most updated Curriculum Vitae to reference the position and club you applying for. Any applications without a reference will be disregarded

Should you not receive a response or communication within 2 weeks of submitting your documentation, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R67 340,00 - R80 000,00 per year

Work Location: In person

Are you passionate about movement, music, and motivating others? Do you bring energy, positivity, and creativity into every workout? If you love dance, fitness, and connecting with people — this is your chance to turn that passion into an exciting career

We're looking for a highly motivated, dynamic, and people-focused Personal Trainer / Group Fitness Instructor to join our team. This isn't your typical gym role — we're building something fresh, vibrant, and rooted in music, culture, and community.

What You'll Do:

• Lead high-energy group fitness classes that fuse dance, strength, and fun
• Bring your creativity and unique style to every session
• Inspire and motivate clients to smash their goals and feel amazing
• Be part of exciting events, pop-ups, and collaborations in the fitness and lifestyle space

You Are:

• Passionate about fitness and movement — with a background in dance
• Obsessed with music, especially hip hop and amapiano
• Energetic, positive, and driven to succeed
• A true people person who loves building connections
• Open-minded and eager to learn, grow, and innovate
• Self-motivated and excited to make your mark in the fitness and event industry

If you're ready to bring the vibe, inspire a community, and grow with a creative, forward-thinking team — we want to hear from you

How to Apply:

Send us your CV, a short intro about you, and instagram/tiktok handle to:

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person