Equinox Coaching Foundations Program, Toronto

Overview

• 5 hours of live virtual workshops
• 3 discussion boards
• 2 practice assessments
• 1 accredited ISSACPT final exam
• Intro to Personal Training
• Movement Biomechanics
• Bioenergetics
• Assessment Protocols & Program Design
• Flexibility & Cardiovascular Training
• Resistance Training & Exercise Technique
• Nutrition & Supplementation
• Special Populations
• Business & Safety
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Personal Tra

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.

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:

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:

Equinox Coaching Foundations Coursework Includes:

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:

Role Expectations

AS A COACH IN TRAINING OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE: