What Jobs are available for Sports Specific Training in the United Arab Emirates?

Job Title: Personal Trainer / Coach • Company: PTD Fitness • Location: Abu Dhabi (field-based; driving required) • Employment Type: Full-time (exclusive) — Visa + Medical Insurance

About PTD (quick):

• UAE’s leading in-home personal training brand
• 1,000+ active clients, 70+ coaches
• We invest 50,000+ AED per coach, per year, incl. 25,000 AED first-year in-house education
• We build careers, not side gigs

• Train clients in homes/villas/building gyms/outdoors to PTD standards
• Make sessions the highlight of the day (many clients are first-time trainees)
• Convert booked assessments (30+ / month provided) into paying, long-term clients
• Retain clients: weekly measurements, habit coaching, proactive follow-ups
• Submit daily notes for new clients + weekly progress reports for all (PTD templates; not in app)
• Be on time; manage routes; communicate fast on WhatsApp
• Represent the brand professionally — the PTD T-shirt is a badge of honor

• Daily communication with your Team Leader (targets, feedback, problem-solving)
• First 10 days intensive: PTD presentation, client comms, assessment→close, retention rituals
• Weekly Senior Review: we analyze every client and set actions
• 9 classes in 8 weeks: answers to the most common client questions (built from 10,000+ PTD cases)
• Tools: bookings + payments in the PTD app; reporting via PTD templates

• 30+ booked assessments/month guaranteed — no chasing leads
• A dedicated Team Leader focused on your income, results, growth
• Structured onboarding + the 9-class curriculum
• Visa + medical insurance (full-time, exclusive role)
• Car & fuel support first 2 months (AED 2,000 rental + AED 1,500 fuel)
• Clear reporting templates; weekly coaching rhythm

• Base: AED 100 / session
• Monthly volume bonuses: 100 → +AED 2,000 • 130 → +AED 3,000 total bonus • 150 → +AED 4,000 total bonus
• Performance: +AED 200 per assessment closed • +AED 500 per client referral
• Retention bonuses: additional incentives tied to renewals, referral streaks, and client stick rate (from 6 months)
• Loyalty raises: same client at 36 sessions → AED 115 • at 72 sessions → AED 125
• Testimonials/Reviews: +AED 200 per 5× 1-min videos + 5× Google 5-stars
• Top performers: coaches who convert, retain, and drive referrals earn AED 22k–25k+/month within a few months
• Examples: 100 sessions = AED 12,000 • 130 sessions = AED 16,000 • 150 sessions = AED 19,000 (+ retention/referral upside)

• Our job is in session and between sessions: check-ins, habit support, fast comms
• When clients travel/holiday, you maintain momentum (weekly touchpoints, mini-plans, return dates locked)
• We backfill immediately so your roster stays full; marketing + bookings don’t stop
• When clients return, we work as a team — if your schedule is full, we transfer to a teammate to protect client continuity
• We value consistency in delivery and client motivation — premium service, premium packages, premium standards

• Track A — Pro: 25k AED in-house education scholarship commitment (you dont pay but you signed that as agreement if u leave before 1 year, • volume bonuses from day 1 • priority assessments • 24-month commitment + client non-solicitation (protects your book and PTD clients; no poaching during/after employment)
• Track B — Flex: no scholarship • fewer early perks • no volume bonus first 6 months • switch to Track A anytime

• Day 30: onboarding complete • converting 30+ assessments • daily notes active
• Day 60: 100+ sessions/month • weekly senior review rhythm solid
• Day 90: 130+ sessions/month • strong retention • max bonus eligibility

• After ~2 years meeting leadership criteria: Team Captain (mentor coaches + additional incentives)

• Team player who likes driving and moving around between sessions
• 2+ years PT experience with proven client results
• Comfortable with sales as service; clear, positive closer
• Punctual, organized, fast communicator (WhatsApp + reporting)
• Comfortable across Abu Dhabi; UAE driving licence preferred
• Available early mornings/evenings/weekends as clients require
• Smartphone for PTD app; professional appearance; fluent English

• Full-time, exclusive role with visa + medical insurance
• Bookings/payments in app; reports via PTD templates
• We welcome all qualified applicants who meet these standards

We are recruiting on behalf of a high-profile private family in Abu Dhabi , seeking a dedicated and highly professional PERSONAL TRAINER . The selected candidate will work exclusively with the client at their fully equipped private gym, delivering a tailored, premium fitness and wellness experience.

This is a full-time, residential role requiring flexibility, discretion, and the ability to adapt training to meet evolving personal fitness goals.

• Deliver high-quality one-on-one personal training sessions customized to the client’s needs and preferences
• Provide expert guidance in functional training, strength conditioning, Pilates, and mobility work (note: no CrossFit)
• Support with stretching, rehabilitation exercises, and overall wellness practices
• Offer input and advice on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices
• Monitor, track, and review progress, adjusting plans accordingly
• Foster a positive, motivating, and adaptable training environment
• Uphold strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times

• Personal Trainer with proven experience in high-end, private, or VIP settings
• Certified in personal training, Pilates, or functional training (additional wellness/nutrition certifications an advantage)
• Strong understanding of rehabilitation, mobility, and holistic wellness
• Professional, discreet, and flexible with excellent communication skills
• Energetic, motivating, and able to inspire long-term commitment to health and fitness

• Work conducted exclusively at the client’s private residence gym
• Attractive tax-free salary package, negotiable based on experience
• Accommodation, meals, and other benefits provided

To apply for Personal Trainer | Abu Dhabi | Private VIP Client, please send yourCV in WORD document WITH UP-TO-DATE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND A FULL-LENGTH PHOTO INSERTED ON THE CV.

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