Pain Relief Personal Training Coach (PTA or Certified Trainer)
Job Description
Pain Relief & Movement Specialist
Full-Time (25+ Hours/Week) or Part-Time (10-25 Hours/Week)
$25-$100 per hour
(Hourly pay plus performance-based commissions from assessments, private coaching, and small group training)
Help People Move Better. Feel Better. Live Better.
Are you passionate about helping people overcome pain, restore movement, and improve their quality of life?
Universal Athletic Club is expanding one of the region's most innovative Pain Relief Training programs and is looking for exceptional movement professionals to join our growing team.
Our proprietary Pain Relief Training System bridges the gap between rehabilitation and lifelong fitness. Through movement assessment, corrective exercise, strength training, mobility coaching, and personalized programming, we help adults reduce pain, regain confidence, and return to the activities they love.
Whether you're a Doctor of Physical Therapy looking to practice in a more proactive wellness environment, a PTA seeking greater autonomy and earning potential, or a certified fitness professional eager to specialize in corrective exercise and movement, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with significant room for growth.
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applicants from a variety of movement and rehabilitation backgrounds, including:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Exercise Physiologist
Exercise Science or Kinesiology Graduate
Certified Personal Trainer
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Other qualified movement professionals passionate about helping people live pain-free
If you're committed to continual learning and enjoy building meaningful relationships with clients, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
Conduct comprehensive movement, mobility, posture, and pain assessments
Develop individualized pain relief and movement improvement programs
Coach one-on-one pain relief training sessions
Lead small group pain relief and mobility classes
Teach proper movement mechanics, strength development, and corrective exercise
Monitor client progress and adjust programming as clients improve
Build long-term relationships that inspire confidence and lasting results
Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to deliver an exceptional client experience
Utilize our technology platforms for scheduling, documentation, and progress tracking
Why Universal Athletic Club?
Universal Athletic Club has served Lancaster County for more than 40 years and is recognized as one of Central Pennsylvania's premier health and fitness destinations.
Our Pain Relief Training program is one of our fastest-growing specialty services, supported by an established membership base, internal referrals, and strong demand from adults seeking an alternative path between traditional rehabilitation and lifelong fitness.
You'll receive comprehensive training in our proven Pain Relief Training System while working alongside experienced movement professionals committed to your success.
This is an opportunity to build a long-term career, not simply fill a schedule.
Compensation
This position combines hourly pay with performance-based commissions.
Expected earnings range from $25 to $100 per hour, depending on the types of services provided, client volume, assessments, private coaching sessions, and small group training.
As your client base grows, so does your earning potential.
To support your success, we provide onboarding, mentorship, and income support while you complete training and build your client schedule.
Qualifications
Required
DPT, PTA, nationally recognized Personal Training certification, Exercise Science/Kinesiology degree, Athletic Training credential, or comparable movement-related education
CPR/AED Certification
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Passion for helping people improve movement and quality of life
Professionalism, empathy, and a growth mindset
Preferred
Corrective Exercise Certification (NASM CES or similar)
Experience working with active aging populations
Experience in rehabilitation, personal training, strength and conditioning, or movement coaching
Experience performing movement assessments
Benefits
Full-Time Team Members
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid continuing education opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Complimentary Universal Athletic Club membership
Employee discounts on club programs and services
All Team Members
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship from experienced Pain Relief specialists
Comprehensive onboarding into our proprietary Pain Relief Training System
Established referral network and client demand
Collaborative, positive team culture
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives every day
About Universal Athletic Club
Universal Athletic Club is a family-owned, award-winning health club dedicated to improving lives through fitness, wellness, education, and community.
If you're looking for a career where clinical knowledge, movement expertise, and genuine human connection come together, we'd love to hear from you.
A Top 100 Health Club in the Country and Lancaster’s #1 Fitness Facility!
Universal Athletic Club is a privately owned business with one unique, multi-purpose location... not a chain. We’re a family-friendly facility that welcomes babies through senior adults.
There is NOTHING we wouldn’t do for your success, and are proud to be voted as the #1 Fitness Facility in Lancaster by readers of Lancaster Newspapers, Lancaster County Magazine and Susquehanna Style for many years in a row!
Universal is ranked #51 by Club Industry
