Educational opportunity for a trainer shot term, but very stressful and demanding - Personal Trainer Life Time Employee Review

2.0
Jan 15, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

The company itself is very ahead of the game in terms of up to date research and education in exercise, nutrition, metabolism, etc. Lots of opportunities to broaden your education and multiple specialty positions within personal training - metabolic technician, assessment specialist, etc

Cons

High stress environment - since its in a luxury gym setting, members have a sense of entitlement. Within the company there is a lot of pressure to reach certain revenue goals every month. Lots of busy work business planning, procedures changing very frequently, and there is an expectation of a 50 hr work week, and working when you are not being paid for that hour. A lot of work for very little pay. You will think this job is the most amazing thing ever for the first 2 months or so since they brainwash you into thinking you've hit the jackpot, and then you will start to realize that you're overworked, tired, and burnt out.

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5.0
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Pros

Loved working here, the people were great and the free membership was a perk

Cons

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Life Time Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review! We’re grateful for your perspective and glad to hear that you’ve had positive experiences on our Kids Academy Team. We’re committed to creating an environment where our team members feel valued and supported, and your feedback helps reinforce that mission. Thank you for being an important part of Life Time!
1.0
May 25, 2026
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Pros

Free Membership Cool employees Discounts on services

Cons

They don’t pay anything, and the CEO should honestly be ashamed. If employees were paid properly, there wouldn’t be so much drama and tension in the workplace. Communication is terrible because management doesn’t even seem to care — probably because they’re getting crumbs too. Spa management was dreadful, and the demotion was necessary. How do you fail to have people booked during major holidays when the money and clientele are clearly there? There was no structure, no leadership, and no motivation for employees to succeed. Having a successful spa for 3 years and coming into this environment I was not impressed. No growth, no support, no appreciation. Loved the members tho! And S/O to Leemar, Virgil and Dr. Hayden love them down!

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Life Time Response
3w
Thank you for taking the time to share your review and for being a part of our Salon & Spa team. We’re sorry to hear that your time with us didn’t meet expectations. We genuinely appreciate your honest and constructive feedback regarding communication and management. If you’d be open to discussing your concerns further, we’d appreciate the opportunity. Please reach out to us at EmployeeRelations@lt.life
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