Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor

Campus Recreation Student Personal Trainer or Student Group Fitness Instructor – Spring 2026

Position:
Student Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time, Federal Work-Study eligible if qualified)

Department: 1B310:
Campus Recreation |

Location:

Lexington, KY | Salary: $20 per hour | Requisition Number: DU14255

Job Summary
Designing and leading personal training and group fitness sessions for campus participants.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver personal training sessions tailored to individual goals.
• Plan and conduct group fitness classes, ensuring safety and engagement.
• Maintain accurate client records and progress reports.
• Promote health and wellness initiatives across campus.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student at the University of Kentucky.
• Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification required.

Preferred

• Certified Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Time Management, Social Interaction, Initiative, Observant.

Physical Requirements

• May require lifting or pushing objects up to 50 lbs, or extended periods of walking or standing.

Shift – As scheduled

Final date to receive applications – 05/31/2026

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

All applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment screenings as required.