Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is Hiring a Personal Trainer: Independent Contractor Near Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Job Type
Contract Description SUMMARY Our Personal Trainers are dynamic and hard-working individuals with a passion for fitness to motivate, encourage and inspire the lives of our guests and members. This is an Independent Contractor position which allows a flexible work schedule. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Deliver an exceptional experience to members, guests and team members.
Provide top quality, safe and innovative fitness instruction; develop and deliver a high level of personalized exercise programs based upon the client's abilities, health and goals.
Provide new member fitness consultations and evaluations, as applicable.
Keep track of each client's training sessions and fee payments, as applicable.
Maintain accurate, current records on all client exercise programs and progress, as applicable.
Achieve personal revenue goals each month, as applicable.
Establish and maintain positive client base.
Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques which may include operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds.
Be on time for all scheduled appointments and classes.
Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate.
Active participation in events, programs, meetings and trainings, as applicable.
Follow all resort procedures as dictated by Rancho Valencia Spa and Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa.
Follow-up with Manager on Duty on all comments, concerns and suggestions made by Rancho Valencia guests and members.
Performs other duties as directed, developed or assigned.
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS
Current Personal Training, Group Exercise, or Pilates certification with one or more of the following: Specialty specific (i.e., Yoga, Pilates, TRX, etc.) certification, as required for format taught
Current CPR/AED certification
Minimum two (2) years of fitness industry experience
Able to work holidays, weekends, mornings and evenings as needed.
Ability to communicate in English with guests and staff to their understanding
Essential:
Maintain a professional appearance & demeanor
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality of all guests and hotel information
Able to make decisions and is solution oriented
Excellent writing, speaking, and organizational skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Ability to work as a team or work independently.
Desirable :
Previous spa, hotel, or luxury club experience.
Previous experience in a 5-star environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting property.
Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping, turning, finger dexterity.
Frequently needs to stand for long periods of time.
Lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally.
Vision requirements: constant need to view small print. Frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond arms' reach.
Hearing requirements: constant need to speak on telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment.