Job Description

Personal Trainer - Dual Fitness Training

Location:

Totton, Southampton

Job Type:

Self-Employed / Contracted (with progression opportunities)

About Us

At

Dual Fitness Training

, we pride ourselves on delivering a unique semi-private personal training experience. Our mission is to create an inclusive, results-driven environment that helps clients transform their health, fitness, and confidence.

We're looking for

motivated, ambitious, and people-focused Personal Trainers

to join our growing team. This role is designed with a

tiered career development system

, meaning as you gain experience, skills, and results with clients, you progress through levels with greater earning potential, responsibilities, and recognition.

The Role

As a Personal Trainer at DFT, you will:

Deliver high-quality semi-private and 1:1 training sessions. Support clients with tailored training programs, nutrition guidance, and accountability. Contribute to the studio's community atmosphere--professional, motivating, and welcoming. Uphold Dual Fitness Training's high standards of coaching, client care, and results. Take ownership of your personal development and progress through our

tiered trainer system

.
Tiered Career Path

Tier 1 - Foundation Trainer

Entry-level role, suited to newly qualified or less experienced trainers. Focus: Coaching delivery, shadowing, learning DFT systems. Expectations: Build rapport with clients, deliver safe and effective sessions, complete internal training. Development: Access to mentorship, monthly workshops, and structured feedback.

Tier 2 - Development Trainer

For trainers who demonstrate strong coaching ability and client results. Focus: Program delivery, client accountability, and contributing ideas to improve client experience. Expectations: Consistent client results, ability to lead semi-private sessions confidently, growing client portfolio. Rewards: Increased earning potential, more autonomy, opportunities to lead initiatives (e.g., group challenges).

Tier 3 - Senior Trainer

For trainers with proven results, leadership qualities, and strong retention rates. Focus: Leading by example, mentoring Tier 1 trainers, shaping client programs and studio culture. Expectations: High client retention, advanced knowledge in strength & conditioning, nutrition, and client psychology. Rewards: Premium pay rate, eligibility for performance bonuses, leadership responsibilities.

Tier 4 - Lead Coach / Managerial Pathway

For those who aspire to leadership roles. Focus: Overseeing daily coaching standards, mentoring the whole team, contributing to business growth. Rewards: Leadership position within DFT, profit-share opportunities, career security, and potential to manage a new site as we expand.
What We're Looking For

Qualified PT (Level 3 minimum).

Passionate about helping people improve their health and fitness. A strong communicator with natural energy, empathy, and presence. Open to feedback, growth, and ongoing education. A team player who contributes to our positive studio environment.
What We Offer

A clear, structured

career progression pathway

--earn more as you grow. Ongoing mentorship and education from experienced coaches. Opportunities to progress into leadership and future studio openings. A thriving, supportive community that values people as much as results. Competitive pay system that increases with each tier.
Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 personal trainer qualification (required)
Work Location: In person