Personal Trainer Jobs in Kansas
Personal Trainer jobs in Kansas are concentrated in commercial fitness centers, hospital wellness programs, and corporate health facilities, with steady demand from entry-level floor trainers to specialty coaches. The most active hiring markets are Wichita, Overland Park, and the Kansas City metro, where employers such as Genesis Health Clubs, Lifetime Fitness, and the University of Kansas Health System consistently recruit certified trainers. Strength and conditioning, weight management coaching, and medical fitness are the most in-demand specializations across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
The Personal Training Program Manager works with the Senior Assistance Director of Programs (program director) to manage the Personal Training program at Ambler Student Recreation Center (ASRFC).
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
35% - Administration
- Assisting with programming and administration of the personal training and fitness assessment program.
- Assisting with reviewing client forms and assigning clients to personal trainers.
- Record keeping.
- Assisting with interviewing and training new personal trainers.
- Assisting with the ACE Personal Training Prep Course.
- Enforcing policies and procedures.
- Evaluating personal trainers.
- Ensuring client records are current.
- Assisting with coordinating staff meetings and staff trainings.
- Implementing risk management when necessary.
- Frequently use Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office such as Word and Excel.
- Communicating with program director, personal trainers, clients, and potential clients including checking email account.
- Communicating between personal trainers and program director.
- Promptly alerting program director with any concerns or questions.
- Conducting selectorized and spotting training for personal trainers and weight room specialists.
- Planning and implementing programs and special events.
- Developing new program ideas.
- General program troubleshooting.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Possesses current CPR/AED certification, or willing to obtain within 4 weeks of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently possesses and maintains a NCCA accredited personal training certification such as ACE, NSCA, NASM, ACSM, etc.
- Previous experience in personal training at ASRFC or currently employed at ASRFC.
- Experience using strength and cardio equipment, as demonstrated in the application materials
- Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health or related major.
Position Requirements
Employment Conditions
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following are required to be considered for this position:
- Resume
- Cover letter
To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date of 10/26/26.
Contact Information to Applicants
Miranda Kolenda
mkolenda@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Anticipated Start Date
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 34028BR
- Department: Recreation Services
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
Position Overview
Job Description
The Personal Training Program Manager works with the Senior Assistance Director of Programs (program director) to manage the Personal Training program at Ambler Student Recreation Center (ASRFC).
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
35% - Administration
- Assisting with programming and administration of the personal training and fitness assessment program.
- Assisting with reviewing client forms and assigning clients to personal trainers.
- Record keeping.
- Assisting with interviewing and training new personal trainers.
- Assisting with the ACE Personal Training Prep Course.
- Enforcing policies and procedures.
- Evaluating personal trainers.
- Ensuring client records are current.
- Assisting with coordinating staff meetings and staff trainings.
- Implementing risk management when necessary.
- Frequently use Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office such as Word and Excel.
- Communicating with program director, personal trainers, clients, and potential clients including checking email account.
- Communicating between personal trainers and program director.
- Promptly alerting program director with any concerns or questions.
- Conducting selectorized and spotting training for personal trainers and weight room specialists.
- Planning and implementing programs and special events.
- Developing new program ideas.
- General program troubleshooting.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Possesses current CPR/AED certification, or willing to obtain within 4 weeks of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently possesses and maintains a NCCA accredited personal training certification such as ACE, NSCA, NASM, ACSM, etc.
- Previous experience in personal training at ASRFC or currently employed at ASRFC.
- Experience using strength and cardio equipment, as demonstrated in the application materials
- Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health or related major.
Position Requirements
Employment Conditions
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following are required to be considered for this position:
- Resume
- Cover letter
To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date of 10/26/26.
Contact Information to Applicants
Miranda Kolenda
mkolenda@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Anticipated Start Date
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 34028BR
- Department: Recreation Services
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
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The qualifications that appear most often in personal trainer jobs across Kansas.
- Current nationally recognized certification such as NASM, ACE, or ACSM required
- CPR and AED certification current and maintained throughout employment
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement individualized fitness programs for clients
- Minimum one year of hands-on personal training or group fitness experience preferred
- Strong communication and motivational skills for client retention and goal setting
- Availability for early morning, evening, and weekend hours to meet client scheduling needs
Personal Trainer Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a personal trainer in Kansas?
Kansas does not require a state-issued license to work as a personal trainer, so the path runs through nationally recognized certification. Most Kansas employers require a credential from NASM, ACE, ACSM, or NSCA before hiring. Candidates typically complete a self-study or college-level exercise science program, pass a proctored exam, and hold a current CPR certification. An associate or bachelor's degree in kinesiology or a related field gives candidates a competitive edge with larger Kansas employers such as hospital wellness centers and university recreation departments.
Which companies hire personal trainers in Kansas?
Companies currently hiring personal trainers in Kansas include Crunch Fitness, THE J, and Genesis Health Clubs, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kansas's mix of large commercial gym chains, hospital-affiliated wellness centers, and corporate fitness facilities keeps demand consistent across the state throughout the year.
Which Kansas cities have the most personal trainer jobs?
Wichita, Overland Park, and Lawrence have the most personal trainer openings in Kansas. Wichita and Overland Park lead because of their large commercial gym footprints and growing hospital wellness programs, while the Kansas City metro draws volume from corporate fitness centers and multi-location gym chains anchored on the Kansas side of the state line.
Are there remote personal trainer jobs in Kansas?
Yes, but they're rare. Personal training is fundamentally a hands-on, in-person role, which limits remote opportunities. About 10% of personal trainer openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve online coaching, programming design, or corporate wellness consulting rather than floor training with individual clients.
How can I get hired as a personal trainer in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a part-time or floor-staff role at a commercial gym, where you build client hours under experienced trainers. Genesis Health Clubs, the largest gym operator in Kansas, regularly hires entry-level trainers and offers internal mentorship. University recreation centers at KU, K-State, and Wichita State also bring on junior trainers and fitness desk staff who can move into training roles. Earning a NASM or ACE certification before applying, even without paid experience, is the credential that most consistently gets Kansas candidates to the interview stage.
Where can I find and apply to personal trainer jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to personal trainer jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your certification level, availability, and preferred market, and apply directly through each listing.
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