Personal Trainer Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Exercise Physiologist

  • Ascension Health
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 7 hours ago

What additional preferences we're seeking BS degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science preferred MS degree in Kinesiology or Exercise Science....

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Personal Trainer

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago

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

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Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

  • Carroll University
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago

development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs Serves as strength and condition coach Oversight of assigned assistant coaches or graduate assistants (if any) Oversight of assigned Exercise...

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Clinical Exercise Physiologist-ECGS; 0.8-1.0FTE; Day Shift

  • UnityPoint Health
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago

16403BR FTE: 0.8 Shift: Days/weekends/call/holiday Compensation: 26.34+ Hours Per Week: 32-40 Weekends: Some Benefit Eligible Clinical Exercise Physiologist The UnityPoint - Meriter Clinical Exercise...

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Athletic Trainer

  • Concordia University Wisconsin\/Ann Arbor
  • Mequon, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Mequon, WI
  • 5 days ago

training students and serve as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) Develop and implement intercollegiate athletic training programs Knowledge of the Commission on the Accreditation of Athletic Training...

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Licensed Athletic Trainer - CMA - Walk in Clinic

  • ThedaCare
  • Appleton, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 5 days ago

Knowledge of state law and national regulations, athletic training guidelines as outlined by the National Athletic Training Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC) and state of Wisconsin licensure...

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Health Fitness Specialist (per diem)

  • Sauk Prairie Healthcare
  • Prairie du Sac, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Prairie du Sac, WI
  • 14 days ago

Preferred: American College of Sports Medicine certification as Clinical Exercise Specialist, Health and Fitness Specialist or Personal Trainer BENEFIT SUMMARY Competitive health and dental insurance...

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Clinical Exercise Physiologist-ECGS; 0.5-0.7FTE; Day Shift

  • Meriter Hospital
  • Madison, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 15 days ago

Clinical Exercise Physiologist The UnityPoint Meriter Clinical Exercise Physiologist is responsible for performing diagnostic cardiac procedures/tests by use of electrocardiogram, application of Holter...

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Personal Trainer Crunch Green Bay

  • Crunch Fitness - Appleton
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 16 days ago

By definition, a personal trainer is a fitness professional possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities for safe and effective exercise and fitness program design, instruction and assistance for...

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Exercise Physiologist Froedtert Health

  • Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 16 days ago

ACSM Exercise Specialist and/or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification is preferred....

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Head Athletic Trainer

  • Alverno College
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 18 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 18 days ago

health and well-being, including injury prevention, concussion protocols, nutrition, hydration, and the philosophy of athletic training services. 6.Oversee the compilation, organization, input, and...

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Lead Personal Trainer/Head Coach up to $25.00/HR + up to $8,000.00

  • Just Fitness Staffing
  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago

HELPFUL COACHING EXPERIENCE: Small Group Personal Training, Functional Fitness, Alloy Personal Training, Orangetheory, F45, StretchLab, Club Pilates, Equinox, BFT, and Comparable premium fitness or...

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Personal Trainer - be FITNESS

  • Hendricks Group
  • Delafield, WI
  • 20 days ago
  • Delafield, WI
  • 20 days ago

Under the direction of the Fitness Manager, you will provide evaluation of client status and deliver safe and professional exercise routines that are client based to help client achieve fitness goals...

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Group Fitness Coach

  • Orangetheory Fitness
  • Delafield, WI
  • 20 days ago
  • Delafield, WI
  • 20 days ago

Requirements: AED/CPR certification Must hold a current fitness certification (or be in the process of obtaining one) from an OTF-approved education entity as follows: ACE (American Council on Exercise...

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Personal Trainer - East YMCA

  • YMCA of Dane County
  • Madison, WI
  • 25 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 25 days ago

Helps keep the fitness center organized and clean Any other tasks designated by the Fitness Director Position Skills and Experience : Current Personal Trainer certification and at least one year experience...

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Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Wisconsin

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Personal Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Wisconsin offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
6.0%
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 Wisconsin
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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