Personal Trainer

The salary range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership.  Part-time benefits will vary. 

1.  Job Summary: 

The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA, Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area. The incumbent performs a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational. The incumbent provides customer service which promotes member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment.

2.  Essential Functions:

·       Develop, implement and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients.  Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.

·       Administer, track and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.

·       Adhere to Policies & Expectations for Y of the North Personal Trainers document which includes but is not limited to providing safe classes and sessions and responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.

·       Promote and sell personal training programs and services while achieving monthly revenue and session goals.

·       Maintain required CEC’s and national certifications.

·       Follow Fitness Floor expectations when not scheduled for personal training, group training or performing a Fitness Assessments.

3.  Relationships: 

This position reports to the Wellbeing Director who reports to the Executive Director.  The incumbent works closely with clients and members as well as Member Services and building/maintenance staff.

4.  Qualifications: 

Required

·       NCCA-accredited and/or nationally recognized Personal Training Certification such as NASM-CPT,ACSM-CPT, and Equivalents. Confirm other with hiring manager.

·       Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/PR and AED.

·       Formal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.

·       Demonstrated customer service skills and verbal communication skills.

·       Demonstrated ability to lead an individual/group and motivate others to achieve their health and well-being goals.

·       Demonstrated ability working with all age groups and ability levels.

·       Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. 

Preferred

·       Bachelor’s degree in Health/Exercise Science or related field.

·       1 year experience in the health and fitness field.

·       1 year experience Personal Training and Group Training.

6.  Work Conditions: 

·       Ability to lead assigned classes and sessions, demonstrating exercise techniques and perform associated physical activities. 

·       Ability to stand and be mobile majority of work shift.

·       Stretch, bend, and lift up to 50lbs and move heavy equipment on a daily basis.

·       Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

7.  Additional Notes: 

This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive.  The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.

Salary : $25 - $40