Personal Trainer Jobs in North Chicago, IL

A Personal Trainer plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They specialize in creating custom exercise programs for individuals or groups, based on their physical abilities and health goals. Personal Trainers guide their clients through various exercises, ensuring proper form and safety. They also provide motivation, monitor progress, and make adjustments to the program as needed. Some trainers may offer dietary and lifestyle advice to enhance results. Certified Trainers have in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, nutrition, injury prevention, and specific exercise techniques.

Before becoming a Personal Trainer, an individual could hold several related positions such as Fitness Instructor, Gym Assistant, or Physical Education Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in instructing and motivating individuals, operating fitness equipment, and understanding exercise science. In terms of qualifications, a personal trainer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and an accredited certification in personal training. Some reputable certifications include NASM, ACE, and ACSM. Additional skills such as CPR and AED certification are also helpful as they are equipped to respond to emergency situations. Communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate are also key traits of successful personal trainers.

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Strength And Conditioning Coach

  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Strong consideration will be given to candidates who possess additional certification in athletic training (ATC) and/or physical therapy (PT)....

Health Fitness Professional (fill-in)

  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

**Minimum Requirements:** + Associate's degree or higher in a fitness related field or 2+ years of industry experience plus a Group Fitness Instructor and/or Personal Trainer certification(s) from a...

Personal Trainer

  • Lake Forest, IL (5 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (5 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Lake Forest Place is seeking a certified Personal Trainer to inspire and support our residents in achieving their fitness goals....

Personal Trainer

  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Inspire Fitness, Inspire Change: Join Our Team - Sage YMCA is now hiring a Personal Trainer! We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team....

Personal Trainer (part-time)

  • Barrington, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Personal Trainer - Barrington, IL Part-time, Wednesdays: 6am-10am, Saturdays: 8am-11am with opportunity to grow clients outside of this schedule HealthFitness is looking for a Personal Trainer to join...

Personal Trainer (part-time)

  • Barrington, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Personal Trainer - Barrington, ILPart-time, Wednesdays: 6am-10am, Saturdays: 8am-11am with opportunity to grow clients outside of this schedule HealthFitness is looking for a Personal Trainer to join...

Intern-Personal Trainer

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Trainer in the near future Must be open to working in other departments at Life Time to support customer experience and engagement Must have the ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration...

Athletic Trainer

  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Athletic Trainer Niles Township High School District 219 United States, Illinois, Skokie 7700 Gross Point Road (Show on map) Jun 05, 2025 Position Type: Athletic Trainer / Equipment...

Personal Trainer Entrepreneur

  • Antioch, IL (14 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Antioch, IL (14 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Personal Trainer Wanted - Grow Your Own Business Inside Anytime Fitness (Antioch) Are you a certified personal trainer with big goals and an entrepreneurial mindset?...

Associate Athletic Trainer - Full Time - Hoffman Estates High School, Hoffman Estates, IL

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (19 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athletico's Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Associate Athletic Trainer - Full Time - Fremd High School, Palatine, IL

  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athletico's Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Personal Trainer

  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary Personal Trainers are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

Personal Trainer - Join Fast

  • Kenosha, WI (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (20 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Personal Trainer - Join Fast compensation: Earn $30 per hr Requirements: Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly...

Exercise Physiologist-Resource

  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (9 miles from North Chicago, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Stay informed about the latest developments in exercise physiology and cardiac rehabilitation to provide evidence-based care....

Health Fitness Professional (part-time)

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Fitness Floor Attendant - North Chicago, IL (Lake County)Part-time, 10 hours/week HealthFitness is looking for a Health Fitness Professional to join the fitness team at our corporate client site...

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in North Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in North Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Trainers in North Chicago, IL
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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