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How much to tip a personal trainer?

Tip a personal trainer about $10.00 session
Typical range $5.00–$20.00 session.

Suggested amount

How manyLight ($5.00)Standard ($10.00)Generous ($20.00)
1 session$5.00$10.00$20.00
2 sessions$10.00$20.00$40.00
3 sessions$15.00$30.00$60.00
4 sessions$20.00$40.00$80.00
5 sessions$25.00$50.00$100.00

Tipping a personal trainer is uncommon at gyms, but a holiday gift or session tip is a nice gesture.

For personal trainer, a flat tip works better than a percentage. $10.00 session is the standard; round up to $20.00 for great service or a busy day.

When to tip more or less

FAQ

Do you tip a personal trainer?

It is not expected, but $5-20 or a holiday gift is appreciated.

Do you tip a gym-employed trainer?

Gym policies vary; a holiday thank-you is more common than per-session tips.