Personal Trainer

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This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: The Madison Club, set outside of La Quinta, CA.

The Madison Club is seeking a Personal Trainer to join the Wellness Department.

The Personal Trainer will work with members and their guests by providing personal training and fitness classes and develop tailored fitness programs to promote healthy lifestyles. The Fitness Instructor will use their strong interpersonal skills to motivate and encourage members to meet their needs and goals. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

The Madison Club is open during the winter & spring season, and this role will be for a full time, seasonal need from October 2026 - June 2027. Preferred candidates will have a flexible schedule, be able to work weekends & holidays, and understand that PTO requests will be limited during March and April (key event/ festival months).

Key Responsibilities

• Provides personal training sessions

• Facilitates group fitness classes

• Maintains appearance of the fitness center and other fitness areas throughout the day to include stock and re-stocking of items as needed such as towel display, food, and beverage items.

• Maintains cleanliness of fitness center and equipment.

• Attending to the laundering and folding of towels to maintain an adequate supply.

• Reports any safety or maintenance concerns immediately.

• Completes daily opening and closing procedures.

• Stays current on all activities offered and equipment related to recreational activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Possess valid, up to date, Personal Training Certification

• Having and maintaining a working knowledge of human anatomy and the concepts of functional exercise, basic nutrition and fundamental principles of exercise science

• An ability to design and execute individual and small group exercise fitness programs, tailored to the needs and attainable goals of the individual, apparently healthy client, in a safe and effective way

• An understanding for the need for and importance of screening and client assessment; proficiency in conducting these evaluations initially and progressively

• A desire to help clients reach their health and fitness goals through appropriate cardiovascular, flexibility and resistance exercise

• College degree in physical education or related field preferred

• Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, NASM, Pilates, and TPI.

• Current first aid, CPR, and other safety certifications when required by the client

• Ability to demonstrate equipment use for exercise training

• Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates

• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic

• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously

• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance

• Excellent verbal and written skills

• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational

• Strong team player

• Ability to stand for long periods

• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members

• Previous experience in the fitness industry, strongly preferred

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and a shift greater than eight (8) hours in length.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors, standing, walking, running, moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, heavy lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, pushing and pulling sometimes in excess of fifty (50) pounds.   

Benefits

• Competitive Pay or Wage Range
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

The Company’s good faith estimate of the hourly rate it expects to pay for this role is $17.00 plus Commissions and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

About Us

Nestled in California’s desert paradise, The Madison Club is La Quinta’s most exclusive, private residential community, offering the finest golf and club facilities in an intimate and sophisticated setting. It is a place of effortless grace and charm with an ambiance of quiet sophistication, intimacy, and understated luxury. Offering a limited number of homes and memberships, The Madison Club is the modern interpretation of California’s classic old-line country clubs, offering five-star dining and member events, wellness and fitness amenities, and Discovery’s signature Outdoor Pursuits program. At The Madison Club, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://madisonclubca.com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.

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