Become a Personal Trainer in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is one of the best cities to work as a personal trainer. Demand is high, the market is growing and more people are investing in personal guidance. But how do you start? And how do you find a studio without immediately taking on high fixed costs?

What do you need to get started?

• Certification: A recognised diploma (NASM, EREPS, or equivalent). Without certification you can't get insurance.
• Business registration: Register as a freelancer with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK). Done in a day.
• Insurance: Professional liability insurance is mandatory. Costs around €15-30/month.
• Training location: This is the biggest hurdle. Renting your own studio costs €1,500-3,000/month in Amsterdam. Or you rent by the hour.
• Clients: Instagram, word-of-mouth, Google and platforms are the main channels.

The problem: finding a studio

Most starting trainers get stuck on location. A private studio is too expensive. Training in a park depends on weather. And big gyms often demand exclusivity or high commissions (30-50% of your revenue).

The solution: rent a studio by the hour. No fixed costs, no commission, maximum flexibility. You only pay for the hours you use.

SculptClub: rent a studio without hassle

At SculptClub you rent a fully equipped private studio in Amsterdam Jordaan. From €12 per hour, with zero commission. What you get:

• Professional equipment: Power rack, cable machine, dumbbells, cardio
• Your own profile on the website: With photo, bio and direct booking link
• Clients via the website: Hundreds of visitors monthly searching for a trainer
• 0% commission: You keep 100% of your income
• Flexible: Book per hour, no contract, stop whenever you want

Rates: what can you earn?

Most personal trainers in Amsterdam charge €45-90 per session. At SculptClub you pay €12/hour for the studio. That means at a rate of €60 per session you keep €48 net — no commission, no fixed costs.

With 4 sessions per day, 5 days per week, that's €960 net per week on studio rental alone. Compare that to renting your own studio at €2,000/month plus equipment and maintenance.

Finding clients in Amsterdam

The main channels for personal trainers in Amsterdam:

• Google: Make sure you're findable. A profile on the SculptClub website helps — we rank highly for "personal trainer amsterdam"
• Instagram: Share workouts, results and behind-the-scenes content
• Word of mouth: Satisfied clients are your best marketing
• Free intro: Offer a free first session. Lowering the barrier is the best conversion tactic

Free tour at SculptClub

Curious? See the full informationor send a WhatsApp directly. We'll schedule a free tour — see if the studio is right for you. No obligations.