Personal Trainers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
Bachelor's degree44%Master's degree27%High school diploma or GED18%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%6-10 years20%3-5 years10%Current company
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Abudhabi policeActive WellnessTime at current job
1-2 years50%2-5 years33%More than 5 years17%
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Last updated: Oct 4, 2026
Personal Trainer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $54,560 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,400 – $99,998 yearly
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Personal Fitness Trainer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerChild Development Associate CertificationTeaching CertificationLBS1Registered DietitianSubstitute Teaching Certification+23 moreSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperiencePublic SpeakingPersonal Trainer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Fitness InstructorCertified Personal TrainerDriver's LicenseCertified Group Exercise InstructorCertified Athletic TrainerAED+7 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsWomen's FitnessOTROrganizational SkillsPROGRAM DIRECTOR — FITNESS & WELLNESS
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorLifeguard ExperienceDriver's LicenseSpinning Class InstructionCertified Group Exercise Instructor+11 moreSkills
Lifeguard ExperiencePresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsStrategic PlanningPersonal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor/Swim Instructor
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorAEDGroup FitnessLifeguard ExperienceFirst Aid Certification+5 moreSkills
Public SpeakingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipYouth FitnessCustomer ServiceSubstitute Teacher
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitCertified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorClass DSpecial Education CertificationEMT Certification+9 moreSkills
Public SpeakingLeadershipPresentation SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsFreelance Personal Trainer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorFirst Aid CertificationCPRSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPersonalized Workout Plan CreationPain MedicinePain Management ExperienceClient Relationship Management
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What's the average time to fill a personal trainer role?
The average time to fill a personal trainer role is 91 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do personal trainers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a personal trainer include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for personal trainers?
Common licenses or certifications for personal trainers include: Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Fitness Instructor and AED.
What are some job titles related to personal trainers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to personal trainers include: personal trainer/group fitness instructor/swim instructor, substitute teacher and sports coach.
What level of education is common for a personal trainer?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a personal trainer in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a personal trainer?
Most personal trainers have 21 years of professional experience.
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