Personal trainer profile on Websta: what to set up in Romania

What your Websta profile should contain

Your Websta profile is a page that works like a small website for your training business. It needs enough information for a potential client to decide whether to contact you. Start with a clear description of what you do - whether you focus on weight loss, muscle building, athletic performance, rehabilitation, or online coaching. Mention any specialisations, such as work with beginners, older clients, or people recovering from injury.

Add a photo of yourself. People want to see who they are hiring. You can also upload photos of your workspace, gym, studio or outdoor training location if you work on-site. If you offer online training, a professional photo of you is still important.

List the types of sessions you offer: one-to-one training, group classes, online sessions, or home visits. If you work with different age groups or fitness levels, make this clear. Write in both English and Romanian so you reach more clients - many people in Romania search in Romanian, but some prefer English.

Services and pricing to display

You set your own prices on Websta. List what you charge for different session types - for example, a 60-minute one-to-one session, a 45-minute session, or a package of multiple sessions. Be clear about what is included: do you provide a fitness assessment, a training plan, nutrition advice, or follow-up check-ins.

State how you prefer to work: location (your place, client's home, outdoor), duration of sessions, and how far you travel if you do home visits. If you offer online training, mention the platform you use and what you need from the client (space, equipment, internet connection).

You do not need to display prices on Websta if you prefer to quote each client individually. Some trainers use the booking feature to invite clients to request a quote, which you then send after a brief conversation about their goals.

Booking and contact options

Websta lets you set up online booking so clients can reserve time slots directly. If you work with a fixed schedule - for instance, every Tuesday and Thursday at certain times - you can open those slots for booking. Clients pay through the card payment system, and the money goes to your bank account.

Alternatively, you can use the quote request feature. Clients describe what they need, and you reply with an offer. This works well if your pricing depends on factors like location, session length, or number of sessions in a package.

Include a contact form so clients can ask questions before booking. Respond quickly - within hours if possible. Websta also works as a marketplace where people nearby can post tasks (for example, 'looking for a trainer to help me get back to fitness') and trainers can make offers. You can be visible in both places.

Languages for your profile

Write your profile in Romanian and English. Most searches in Romania for personal trainers happen in Romanian, but many clients - especially in Bucharest and other major cities - search in English or are comfortable working with an English-language profile. Websta lets you add the same information in multiple languages.

Keep text simple and direct. Avoid jargon where possible. Write what you do, who you work with, and how to reach you. A short, clear profile works better than a long one.

How people in Romania search for personal trainers

People in Romania use Google and Facebook to find fitness services, but increasingly they also search in local marketplaces and service platforms. On Websta, clients search by service type (personal trainer) and location (their town or nearby area). The marketplace for personal trainers in Romania is at /marketplace/fitness.

Clients typically search when they have a specific goal: weight loss, muscle gain, getting back to exercise after time off, or training for an event. Some search for trainers who speak English. Others look for online training because they have a busy schedule or live in a smaller town with few local options. The more specific your profile about what you do, the easier it is for the right client to find you.

What you need to sort out as an independent trainer

In Romania, if you work as a sole trader or self-employed person (PFA - Persoană Fizică Autorizată), you must be registered with the tax authorities and have a business tax number. You also need to register with the social security system (CAS) and pay mandatory contributions. The rules can be complex, so check with your local tax office or a business advisor in your area before you start.

If you work from a gym or studio you do not own, clarify with the owner what their rules are about outside trainers and payment arrangements. If you train clients in their homes, consider liability insurance to protect yourself. Check with an insurance provider about what cover is available and what it costs.

Keep records of your earnings and expenses for tax purposes. Websta provides payment history through Stripe, so you have a clear record of what clients pay you.

What to write in your first hour

Start simple. Write a short description of what you do: 'I offer one-to-one fitness training focused on [your speciality], working with clients at [your location or online]. Sessions are 60 minutes and include a fitness assessment and personalised training plan.' This takes five minutes.

Add a few bullet points about what you offer: types of sessions, your experience, any qualifications you have, and how clients can book or request a quote. Include the towns or areas where you work. This takes another 10-15 minutes.

Upload a photo of yourself. This is essential - clients want to see who they are hiring. Next, write down your session prices or note that you quote individually. Set up your first few available time slots for booking, or explain how clients can request a quote.

In your contact form, ask new clients about their fitness goals and any injuries or health issues you should know about. This helps you decide whether you can work with them. You now have a working profile that clients can find, contact, and book with. You can add more details later - photos of your space, testimonials, or a longer bio - but a clear, simple profile is enough to start.