Athletic Trainer Jobs in Charlotte, NC
Athletic Trainer jobs in Charlotte are in strong demand, concentrated in Uptown, South End, and the Ballantyne corridor across professional sports, hospital systems, and corporate wellness. Employers hiring right now include YMCA, Atrium Health, and Advocate Aurora Health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerYMCA
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring13
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Planet Fitness
Fitness Trainer
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Personal Trainer and Coach
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Fitness Together
Personal Trainer and Coach
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Certified Group Fitness Instructor
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F45 Training
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Outreach Athletic Trainer - Hough High School
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Atrium Health
Outreach Athletic Trainer - Hough High School
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Outreach Athletic Trainer - Hough High School
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Advocate Aurora Health
Outreach Athletic Trainer - Hough High School
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Fitness Trainer
Planet Fitness·Charlotte, North Carolina
Job functions:
On-Site
10,000+ employees
Job Description
About Us:
At Planet Fitness, our purpose is to create a more connected and Judgement Free™ planet, where fitness and wellbeing are within reach for all. In our clubs, that comes to life every day through the welcoming experience we create for our members and the way our team members support one another.
Breaking Boundaries Together is how we bring our employee experience to life. It means creating a workplace where people can be themselves, feel supported, continue to grow and achieve more together than they could alone.
Guided by our PLANET Principles, we put people first, lead with excellence, act with authenticity and integrity, embrace change and thrive together. When you join Planet Fitness, you become part of a welcoming, energetic team that has fun, supports one another and takes pride in creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong.
Overview:
Creating a great fitness experience is about more than exercise. It’s about helping people feel comfortable, encouraged and supported as they work toward their individual goals. You enjoy connecting with people, motivating others and creating an approachable fitness experience where members of all fitness levels feel welcome.
For our Fitness Trainer role, you:
Responsibilities:
E-Verify is used in the following states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama
Health and Safety Requirements: Every team member is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Team members are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all applicable policies and protocols, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner.
Who We Are:
At Planet Fitness, our purpose is to create a more connected and Judgement Free™ planet, where fitness and wellbeing are within reach for all. In our clubs, that comes to life every day through the welcoming experience we create for our members and the way our team members support one another.
Breaking Boundaries Together is how we bring our employee experience to life. It means creating a workplace where people can be themselves, feel supported, continue to grow and achieve more together than they could alone.
Guided by our PLANET Principles, we put people first, lead with excellence, act with authenticity and integrity, embrace change and thrive together. When you join Planet Fitness, you become part of a welcoming, energetic team that has fun, supports one another and takes pride in creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong.
What You Bring:
Creating a great fitness experience is about more than exercise. It’s about helping people feel comfortable, encouraged and supported as they work toward their individual goals. You enjoy connecting with people, motivating others and creating an approachable fitness experience where members of all fitness levels feel welcome.
For our Fitness Trainer role, you:
- Bring a positive and upbeat attitude
- Have a passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals
- Enjoy connecting with, encouraging and motivating people of all fitness levels
- Take pride in creating a welcoming and supportive experience for members and guests
- Are punctual, reliable and dependable
- Approach interactions with patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others
- Communicate clearly and are comfortable guiding individuals and groups
- Act with integrity and treat everyone around you with respect
- Work well as part of a team and support your fellow team members
- Learn quickly and apply what you’ve learned through online and hands-on training
About the Fitness Trainer Role:
As a Fitness Trainer, you will operate the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF).
These responsibilities include:
- Creating a class schedule for members. This includes Orientation and DYOP (Develop your own program).
- Proactively engage with members on the club floor regarding their fitness goals; instruct them on how to safely use the equipment and provide support as needed.
- Help to promote our Judgement Free Zone® by connecting with members on the club floor, offering assistance and showing support in their fitness journeys while upholding club policies.
- Frequently perform a comprehensive walk of all fitness areas to ensure a great member experience. Quickly address issues as they are identified.
- Perform prospective member calls and tours; assessing their membership needs and offering Trainer services.
Daily responsibilities of the Fitness Trainer may also include:
- Greet members/guests as they enter and exit the club; assisting them with any questions or concerns as they check in.
- Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with their inquiries.
- Regular, consistent cleaning and sanitizing of all exercise equipment and Black Card spa amenities. This includes communal spaces as well as your assigned area.
- Ensuring restrooms are clean and sanitized, stocked and clutter free by following the routine cleaning schedule.
About Your Qualifications:
- 6-12 months of experience in a customer service environment is preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Willing to become CPR/AED Certified (Training provided by Planet Fitness)
- Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
- Basic computer proficiency
Physical Demands of the Fitness Trainer role:
- Continual standing and moving throughout the club to accomplish tasks during shift.
- Continual communicating in person or on the phone to exchange information during shift.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Will encounter toxic chemicals during shift.
- Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities.
- Moving self in different positions, including bending and twisting, to accomplish tasks.
More reasons to join Planet Fitness!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
- Vacation*/Sick Time/Holiday Pay
- Free Black Card Membership
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Term Life Insurance*
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts*
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee perks and discounts
- Engaging team-building competitions and social events
- Please note that certain benefits listed above are for full-time employees only
E-Verify is used in the following states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama
Health and Safety Requirements: Every team member is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Team members are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all applicable policies and protocols, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner.
Planet Fitness
Fitness Trainer
Charlotte, North Carolina
Added 5d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
On-Site
Job Description
About Us:
At Planet Fitness, our purpose is to create a more connected and Judgement Free™ planet, where fitness and wellbeing are within reach for all. In our clubs, that comes to life every day through the welcoming experience we create for our members and the way our team members support one another.
Breaking Boundaries Together is how we bring our employee experience to life. It means creating a workplace where people can be themselves, feel supported, continue to grow and achieve more together than they could alone.
Guided by our PLANET Principles, we put people first, lead with excellence, act with authenticity and integrity, embrace change and thrive together. When you join Planet Fitness, you become part of a welcoming, energetic team that has fun, supports one another and takes pride in creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong.
Overview:
Creating a great fitness experience is about more than exercise. It’s about helping people feel comfortable, encouraged and supported as they work toward their individual goals. You enjoy connecting with people, motivating others and creating an approachable fitness experience where members of all fitness levels feel welcome.
For our Fitness Trainer role, you:
Responsibilities:
E-Verify is used in the following states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama
Health and Safety Requirements: Every team member is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Team members are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all applicable policies and protocols, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner.
Who We Are:
At Planet Fitness, our purpose is to create a more connected and Judgement Free™ planet, where fitness and wellbeing are within reach for all. In our clubs, that comes to life every day through the welcoming experience we create for our members and the way our team members support one another.
Breaking Boundaries Together is how we bring our employee experience to life. It means creating a workplace where people can be themselves, feel supported, continue to grow and achieve more together than they could alone.
Guided by our PLANET Principles, we put people first, lead with excellence, act with authenticity and integrity, embrace change and thrive together. When you join Planet Fitness, you become part of a welcoming, energetic team that has fun, supports one another and takes pride in creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong.
What You Bring:
Creating a great fitness experience is about more than exercise. It’s about helping people feel comfortable, encouraged and supported as they work toward their individual goals. You enjoy connecting with people, motivating others and creating an approachable fitness experience where members of all fitness levels feel welcome.
For our Fitness Trainer role, you:
- Bring a positive and upbeat attitude
- Have a passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals
- Enjoy connecting with, encouraging and motivating people of all fitness levels
- Take pride in creating a welcoming and supportive experience for members and guests
- Are punctual, reliable and dependable
- Approach interactions with patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others
- Communicate clearly and are comfortable guiding individuals and groups
- Act with integrity and treat everyone around you with respect
- Work well as part of a team and support your fellow team members
- Learn quickly and apply what you’ve learned through online and hands-on training
About the Fitness Trainer Role:
As a Fitness Trainer, you will operate the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF).
These responsibilities include:
- Creating a class schedule for members. This includes Orientation and DYOP (Develop your own program).
- Proactively engage with members on the club floor regarding their fitness goals; instruct them on how to safely use the equipment and provide support as needed.
- Help to promote our Judgement Free Zone® by connecting with members on the club floor, offering assistance and showing support in their fitness journeys while upholding club policies.
- Frequently perform a comprehensive walk of all fitness areas to ensure a great member experience. Quickly address issues as they are identified.
- Perform prospective member calls and tours; assessing their membership needs and offering Trainer services.
Daily responsibilities of the Fitness Trainer may also include:
- Greet members/guests as they enter and exit the club; assisting them with any questions or concerns as they check in.
- Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with their inquiries.
- Regular, consistent cleaning and sanitizing of all exercise equipment and Black Card spa amenities. This includes communal spaces as well as your assigned area.
- Ensuring restrooms are clean and sanitized, stocked and clutter free by following the routine cleaning schedule.
About Your Qualifications:
- 6-12 months of experience in a customer service environment is preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Willing to become CPR/AED Certified (Training provided by Planet Fitness)
- Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
- Basic computer proficiency
Physical Demands of the Fitness Trainer role:
- Continual standing and moving throughout the club to accomplish tasks during shift.
- Continual communicating in person or on the phone to exchange information during shift.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Will encounter toxic chemicals during shift.
- Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities.
- Moving self in different positions, including bending and twisting, to accomplish tasks.
More reasons to join Planet Fitness!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
- Vacation*/Sick Time/Holiday Pay
- Free Black Card Membership
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Term Life Insurance*
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts*
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee perks and discounts
- Engaging team-building competitions and social events
- Please note that certain benefits listed above are for full-time employees only
E-Verify is used in the following states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama
Health and Safety Requirements: Every team member is responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace. Team members are expected to be active participants in health and safety by following all applicable policies and protocols, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conducting work in a safe manner.
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Who's Hiring
- YMCA47
- Atrium Health19
- Advocate Aurora Health19
- F45 Training9
- Life Time5
Top Industries Hiring
- Sports & Recreation
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Athletic Trainer Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a athletic trainer job in Charlotte?
Charlotte's strongest hiring comes from its major hospital networks, professional sports franchises, and the growing corporate wellness sector anchored in Uptown and Ballantyne. Candidates who emphasize hands-on experience with sports medicine, orthopedic rehabilitation, or occupational health tend to stand out. Networking through local sports medicine clinics and university athletic departments in Charlotte gives you a real edge over applicants coming in cold.
Which companies hire athletic trainers in Charlotte?
Companies currently hiring athletic trainers in Charlotte include YMCA, Atrium Health, and Advocate Aurora Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charlotte's mix of professional sports organizations, large regional health systems, and corporate campuses makes it one of the more diverse hiring markets for this role in the Southeast.
Are there remote athletic trainer jobs in Charlotte?
Remote work is uncommon for athletic trainers because the role is fundamentally hands-on and patient-facing. About 0% of athletic trainer openings tied to Charlotte are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be in health coaching, telehealth triage, or program coordination rather than direct patient care.
How can I get a athletic trainer job in Charlotte with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is through clinical rotations or aide positions at one of the city's outpatient sports medicine or orthopedic clinics, particularly those affiliated with hospital systems in the SouthPark and Midtown areas. Entry-level candidates also find footing with Charlotte-area high school athletic programs and university recreational sports departments, where full-time staff positions sometimes grow from seasonal or part-time aide roles.
Which industries hire the most athletic trainers in Charlotte?
Charlotte athletic trainer roles concentrate in Sports & Recreation and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charlotte's identity as a regional healthcare hub combined with its professional sports presence and large employer campuses creates consistent, year-round demand across all three sectors.
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