Adaptive Certified Personal Trainer

Special Strong

. Lead adaptive fitness training sessions for individuals or groups .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 - $35 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading adaptive fitness training sessions and implementing individualized training plans while ensuring safety and compliance with behavior policies. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for monitoring participant progress and collaborating with support teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NCCA-Accredited Personal Training CertificationAdaptive Fitness CertificationCPR/First Aid/AED CertificationExperience Working With Individuals With Developmental DisabilitiesAbility To Lift Up To 50 Lbs

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Hard Skills

Adaptive Fitness TrainingIndividualized Training PlansMonitoring Participant ProgressDocumentation For Individual Service PlansBehavior Policy Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

NCCA-Accredited Personal Training CertificationAdaptive Fitness CertificationCPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Industry Keywords

Individual Program PlansSpecial Incidents ReportingCommunity-Based Fitness ActivitiesBackground Check ClearanceKinesiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead adaptive fitness training sessions for individuals or groups
Follow safety and behavior policies
Implement individualized training plans aligned with participants’ Individual Program Plans (IPPs)
Monitor and document participant attendance, engagement, and progress
Communicate with the Lead Trainer regarding participant goals and performance
Assist with community-based fitness activities at approved facilities
Maintain professional, confidential, and supportive interactions with participants and support teams
Report Special Incidents or suspected abuse/neglect as required by law
Participate in onboarding, initial consultations, orientation support, and free session delivery as needed
Contribute to documentation for goal progress and updates to Individual Service Plans (ISPs)
Collaborate with the CEO or assigned Supervisor to align services with program expectations and participant objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

NCCA-accredited personal training certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, ISSA, etc.)
Adaptive Fitness certification or Special Strong Adaptive Training Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent
CPR/First Aid/AED certification required and must remain current
Must complete and pass a background check including fingerprint clearance (e.g., DOJ/FBI Live Scan) before start date
Online portion of the Adaptive Training Certification must be completed before placement on payroll
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors and adapt to diverse physical environments
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
At least 18 years old
Preferred: at least 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Associate’s or Bachelor's in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Special Strong shirts
401(k) participation option available for eligible employees
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Wellness resources
Free uniforms
Flexible work from home options
Special Strong pays for the Adaptive Training Certification
Comprehensive training, including online accredited certification programs and hands-on workshops
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Opportunity to open a Special Strong franchise
Client retention supporting a secure career