Equinox Coaching Foundations Program, Toronto

Equinox is seeking talented individuals interested in joining our Personal Training teams within our Toronto locations. Our three clubs in the city are Equinox Yorkville, Bay Street, and King West.
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.
Program Overview
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.
Curriculum Overview
ISSA Coursework Includes:
Intro to Personal Training
Movement Biomechanics
Bioenergetics
Assessment Protocols & Program Design
Flexibility & Cardiovascular Training
Resistance Training & Exercise Technique
Nutrition & Supplementation
Special Populations
Business & Safety
Equinox Coaching Foundations Coursework Includes:
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
Program Commitment
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)
Participants are hired as a Provisional Coach with Equinox. Upon successful completion of the Foundations Program and passing the ISSA‑CPT exam, you will be promoted into the full‑time Coach position at Equinox.
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
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

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No