Personal Trainer Jobs in Missouri
Personal Trainer jobs in Missouri are concentrated in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where fitness clubs, corporate wellness programs, and hospital-affiliated health systems all hire at multiple levels. Life Time Fitness, SSM Health, and BJC HealthCare are among the established employers with consistent openings across the state. Strength and conditioning, weight loss coaching, and corrective exercise are the specialties drawing the most employer interest right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ST. LOUIS, MO 63130Scheduled Hours
10Position Summary
The Personal Trainer provides members with customized fitness programs while educating them on proper nutrition, cardiovascular exercise, resistance training and attaining a healthier lifestyle.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Builds and maintains client base, instructs small group training or one-on-one training.
- Educates members of current health and fitness issues and trends.
- Executes individual fitness program design, demonstrates and teaches exercises while providing feedback on technique.
- Greets and makes members/guests feel welcomed as they enter and exit the facility. Treats all members and guests with respect.
- Ensures safety of guests/members and takes preventative actions to decrease risk. Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table.Equipment
- Office equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
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Preferred Qualifications:
- One year experience as a Personal Trainer.
- Strong passion for fitness/exercise.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Health Fitness
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Athletic Trainer (1 Year)
Skills:
Grade
G10-HSalary Range
$25.47 - $39.49 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.See All 76 Personal Trainer Jobs in Missouri
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Personal Trainer Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Crunch Fitness12

- YMCA9

- Planet Fitness4

- Mercy3

- SVETNESS2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Sports & Recreation
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in personal trainer jobs across Missouri.
- Current CPT certification from NCCA-accredited body such as NASM, ACE, or ACSM
- Valid CPR and AED certification maintained throughout employment
- Demonstrated experience designing individualized fitness programs for diverse clients
- Ability to conduct fitness assessments and track client progress toward goals
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate clients across age groups
- Familiarity with gym management or scheduling software used in fitness facilities
Personal Trainer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a personal trainer in Missouri?
Missouri does not issue a state license for personal trainers, so the path to employment runs through nationally recognized certification. Most Missouri employers require a credential from an NCCA-accredited organization such as NASM, ACE, ACSM, or NSCA. Candidates typically hold at least a high school diploma, though a degree in exercise science or kinesiology strengthens applications at hospital-affiliated fitness centers and corporate wellness programs throughout the state.
Which companies hire personal trainers in Missouri?
Employers hiring personal trainers in Missouri right now include Crunch Fitness, YMCA, and Planet Fitness, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Hospital health systems, multi-location fitness chains, and corporate wellness contractors tend to post the most consistent openings across the Kansas City and St. Louis metro areas.
Which Missouri cities have the most personal trainer jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Saint Peters lead Missouri in personal trainer openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the bulk of demand thanks to their large hospital systems, corporate headquarters, and high concentration of commercial fitness clubs, while Springfield's growing healthcare sector and university-affiliated recreation programs support a steady share of listings in the southwestern part of the state.
Are there remote personal trainer jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 6% of personal trainer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that most of the work requires in-person client interaction on a gym floor or in a clinical setting. The remote share mainly covers online coaching roles, virtual corporate wellness facilitation, and program design positions at larger fitness brands.
How can I get hired as a personal trainer in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a part-time or assistant personal trainer role at a commercial fitness club, where on-the-job mentorship substitutes for a formal internship. Life Time Fitness and YMCAs throughout Missouri regularly bring on newly certified trainers for hourly floor roles. Earning an NCCA-accredited certification before applying and listing any volunteer coaching, group fitness, or athletic leadership experience on your resume gives you a clear edge with Missouri hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to personal trainer jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to personal trainer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your certification level and preferred city, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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