Equinox Coaching Foundations Program, Chicago

## Company Description **OUR STORY:** Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands, **SoulCycle and Equinox Hotels** are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations within every major city across the United States in addition to London, Toronto, and Vancouver. **OUR CODE:** We are passionate about **high performance living** and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential within them and it takes a **disruptive approach** to unleash it. We **dream big** and don’t settle for the status quo. We **sweat the details**. We never accept less than **110%** to **help each other** deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results. We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, **what’s next**. Never following, always leading, and living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value **humility** and a **team approach** at every level of the company. If you are a high performing individual who is passionate about winning and inspiring others then we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you. ## Job Description Equinox is seeking talented individuals interested in joining our Personal Training teams within our [Chicago locations](https://www.equinox.com/clubs/chicago). Our five clubs in the city are Equinox Lincoln Common, Lincoln Park, Fulton Market, Gold Coast, and The Loop. 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](https://www.issaonline.com/company)) 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 w…