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"Personal Trainer Career Comparison"

Personal Trainer Career Comparison: Health Club vs Studio

Personal Trainer Career Comparison: Choosing where to work as you begin your fitness journey can be a stressful decision. It is nearly impossible to predict where you will be 3 months down the road.

IMPORTANT: You can and should still use your Personal Trainer Business Plan to ensure your success.

To help make this decision less daunting, we have provided a chart (see below) comparing the offerings of each setting.

In addition to the information provided in our comparison, we have found the following questions useful in finalizing your decision.

  • Would I prefer to work in a studio setting with less trainer competition but fewer members or in a Health Club with a greater number of trainers and members?
  • Will an hourly wage or a specific annual salary cover my current living expenses?
  • Do I want to be a Personal Trainer / Manager / or Business Owner within the next 5 years?

Comparison Chart

Health ClubStudio
SalaryVaries between Hourly Wages to CommissionsOften Salaried with the Opportunity to Bonus based upon Performance
# of Personal Trainers5 - 603 - 15
# of Members200 - 10,00025 - 200
Career Advancement OptionsFitness Management, General Management, Regional Management, Faculty, Group Exercise, & Additional Programs & ServicesGeneral Management, Ownership
Continuing EducationCompany-specific courses provided by Faculty; On-site mentorship; Little reimbursement for off-site coursesCompany-specific courses provided; On-site mentorship


Continue to: Chapter #6: Starting a Personal Trainer Business

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