Sam - Personal trainer - Philadelphia
1st lesson free
Sam - Personal trainer - Philadelphia

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Sam

  • Rate $42
  • Response 1h
Sam - Personal trainer - Philadelphia

$42/h

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • Personal Trainer
  • Fitness

Energetic full-time personal trainer for over 13 years and loving it! A wealth of knowledge and experience to pass on to new trainers

  • Personal Trainer
  • Fitness

Lesson location

About Sam

I bring a combination of hands-on coaching experience and leadership in high-performance training environments.
I’ve led program development across multiple locations and have been consistently responsible for the hiring, onboarding, and development of coaches. This gives me a clear understanding of what separates an average trainer from a highly effective one — and what employers are actually looking for. I’ve also worked in systems influenced by industry leaders, shaping my approach to evidence-based training, movement quality, and coach development. Students can expect structured, professional sessions, clear communication, and practical, real-world coaching insight. My goal is to help students become confident, capable coaches who are prepared to succeed in real training environments.

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About the lesson

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • +2
  • levels :

    Beginner

    Intermediate

    Advanced

    Proficient

    Children

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My teaching approach is based in coaching, not just instructing. I focus on helping students understand the why behind training, not just the how. Visual demonstration & breakdown – using video, screen sharing, and movement analysis to clearly teach technique. Interactive learning – asking questions, using scenario-based coaching, and keeping students actively involved rather than passively watching. Real-time feedback – reviewing student-submitted videos or live demonstrations and providing actionable coaching cues. I also emphasize helping students understand how to coach others, not just perform exercises themselves — which is critical in a remote learning environment.

Sample Lesson Plan:
1. Session Overview (5 min)
Outline objectives and key focus
Brief discussion to connect theory to real-world coaching

2. Concept Breakdown (10–15 min)
Teach the main topic (e.g., squat mechanics, program design, cueing)
Use visuals, diagrams, or pre-recorded demonstrations

3. Live Demonstration / Analysis (15–20 min)
Walk through movement examples (live or video)
Break down technique, common mistakes, and coaching cues

4. Student Application (15–20 min)
Students analyze videos, practice cueing, or demonstrate movements
Interactive discussion and coaching scenarios

5. Feedback & Correction (10–15 min)
Individualized feedback on technique or coaching approach
Clear, actionable improvements

6. Recap & Assignments (5 min)
Key takeaways
Optional assignments (e.g., record a coaching video, design a mini program, movement analysis)

What to Expect:
Professional, structured sessions with clear objectives and outcomes
Real-world insight into what actually works in coaching environments
Clear, direct communication that simplifies complex concepts
Consistent feedback and accountability to support growth

Note to Prospective Students:

If you’re considering a career in fitness, you’re stepping into one of the most rewarding industries there is. This is a path where you have the opportunity to change lives, not just physically, but by building confidence, resilience, and long-term health in the people you work with. It’s meaningful work, and for the right person, it can be incredibly fulfilling.

That said, I also understand the challenges that come with starting out. It can feel overwhelming. Learning the material, building confidence, finding your voice as a coach, and figuring out how to actually succeed in a competitive industry. I’ve worked with many coaches at the beginning of their careers, and I know what it takes to move from uncertainty to confidence.

My role is to help guide you through that process and simplify what can feel complex, give you real-world insight, and help you develop the skills that actually matter when you step onto the gym floor or begin coaching clients.

If you’re willing to learn, stay consistent, and put in the work, there is a real opportunity here to build a career that is both impactful and sustainable. I’m here to help you do exactly that.

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Rates

Rate

  • $42

Pack rates

  • 5 h: $212
  • 10 h: $423

free lessons

This first lesson offered with Sam will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 30min

online

  • $42/h

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