POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Personal Trainer serves as the cross functional support to the Wellness Team and our members.
Supervision Exercised: none
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Occasionally requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours. Bending, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is mainly in a gym environment. Position requires physical activity working with members. Minimal desk-sitting and administrative work required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct energizing, fun, safe, and educational one on one interaction.
- Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Maintain working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information to support members.
- Demonstrate/coach members on the proper use of all equipment
- Works to ensure member safety and enjoyment
- Assist with housekeeping/maintenance of all areas used to ensure cleanliness
- Conduct individual fitness assessments, design, and implement individual workout programs
- Excellent human relations and communication skills
- Keep accurate personal training records.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Actively participates and supports the Annual Scholarship Campaign.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Detail oriented
- Possess strong organizational skills
- Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma
- CPR and First Aid Certification (within 45 days), YUSA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YUSA Strength and Conditioning (within 60 days)
- National certification in Personal Training (ACSM, ACE)
- At least one year of experience as a Personal Trainer, preferred
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities