Coaching Foundations Program, Wisconsin Avenue

Our Story

Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life — and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands – Blink, Pure Yoga, Soul Cycle, Equinox Hotels and Equinox Media – are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life.

Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations in every major city across the United States in addition to London, Toronto, and Vancouver.

We are looking for energetic, driven, and enthusiastic fitness professionals to join our team. If you are passionate about inspiring others and eager to pursue a career in Personal Training, the Equinox Coaching Foundations Program offers a comprehensive pathway to begin your coaching career with us.

As part of our commitment to developing the next generation of Equinox Coaches, we provide the Equinox Coaching Foundations Program, a hybrid, 2‑week learning experience designed to help aspiring Coaches earn their ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (ISSA CPT) credential. In our effort to support you in this endeavor, Equinox will cover the entirety of the certification cost, including study hours.

The EQX Coaching Foundations Program spans 10 working days, consisting of:

• 5 hours of live virtual workshops
• 3 discussion boards
• 2 practice assessments
• 1 accredited ISSACPT final exam

This hybrid learning model includes virtual instruction, self‑paced study, and multiple learning environments supported by our PT Educators. If you do not yet have your CPR/AED certification, you will complete this during the program as well.

• Intro to Personal Training
• Movement Biomechanics
• Bioenergetics
• Assessment Protocols & Program Design
• Flexibility & Cardiovascular Training
• Resistance Training & Exercise Technique
• Nutrition & Supplementation
• Special Populations
• Business & Safety

• The EQX Brand
• Service Standards
• Program Goal Categories
• Program Focuses
• The Program Portal
• Equifit Assessment
• Program Recommendation
• Complementary Services
• PT Business Management
• EQX PT Team

Participants will complete the Foundations curriculum with a 2.5‑hour commitment per day across 10 working days, working closely with EFTI Operators and PT Educators who oversee the program.

Upon successfully completing the Foundations Program and passing the ISSACPT final exam, you will:

• Earn your ISSA Certified Personal Trainer credential
• Complete required CPR/AED certification (if applicable)
• Be hired as a Provisional Coach with Equinox, and upon successful completion of the Foundations Program and passing the ISSA‑CPT exam, be promoted into the full‑time Coach position at Equinox

• Role Expectations
  • Complete all coursework, workshops, assessments, and study requirements within the 2‑week program timeframe to be conducted onsite at an Equinox location.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of ISSA and Equinox Coaching Foundations content.
  • Apply principles of exercise science, coaching communication, program design, and client assessment.
  • Uphold Equinox brand standards and deliver exceptional member experiences.
  • Continue professional development as you transition into the Coach role.
• Qualifications
  • Ability to complete the 2‑week Foundations Program.
  • Commitment to pursuing a Personal Trainer/Coach career with Equinox.
  • Strong passion for fitness, coaching, and growth.
  • Ability to work in person on weekdays and weekends.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Time management, organization, and basic computer proficiency.
  • Energetic, friendly, punctual, and respectful.

$17.95 /hourly depending on club location in accordance with state and locale wages.

• Personal Training Certification upon completion of exam at no cost.
• Opportunity to be a practicing Personal Trainer upon completion of Personal Trainer Certification.
• Premier facilities with functional…