Personal Trainer

Key Responsibilities

•  Supports the Mission and Vision of the YMCA and builds community.
• Builds a personal training clientele to include one-on-one and small group training. 
• Demonstrates clear explanations and exercise material with proper form and technique. 
• Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance. 
• Participates in Trainer Education Lectures for members. 
• Tracks client progress.  
• Follows up with each client in a timely manner and on a regularly scheduled basis. 
• Meets or exceeds monthly personal training session goals as determined by the Health and Wellness Director.
• Actively promotes personal training services to members through outreach, demonstrations, and events. 
• Operates all equipment properly and promptly reports any problems. 
• Availability to work shifts on gym floor as support staff as needed.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports, as necessary. 
• Attends necessary trainings and meetings, as scheduled.  Participates in YMCA-sponsored training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and maintain certifications. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Two or Four-year degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred but not required. 
• Nationally accredited certification (preferred: NSCA, ACSM, NASM) 
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification 
• Possess an enthusiastic, passionate, friendly, and ambitious personality 
• Demonstrated ability to perform fitness assessments and to teach progressive exercise programs that are focused on member’s goals  
• Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques 
• Ability to create and monitor safe and effective exercise programs for individuals, as well as recognize a member’s potential and limitations 
• Ability to sell the value and life changing experience of personal training to members 
• Ability to use member management software to track clients and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates a commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for members of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. 
• Must be reliable, dependable, flexible, and adaptable 
• Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making.?  
• Great communication skills 
• Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency. 

Benefits

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. 
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. 
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. 
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. 
• A healthy work/life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits including: 
• FREE YMCA Membership for you. 
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. 
• Discounted or FREE family membership. 
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) 
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. 
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)