Personal Trainer

About the role

The YMCA seeks passionate leaders to help transform lives through a holistic approach to personal training, focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Trainers will build lasting relationships and empower members to achieve their health and wellness goals.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Mission and Vision of the YMCA and builds community.
• Builds a personal training clientele, including one-on-one and small group training.
• Demonstrates clear explanations of exercises 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 and follows up regularly.
• Meets or exceeds monthly personal training session goals as determined by the Health and Wellness Director.
• Actively promotes personal training services through outreach, demonstrations, and events.
• Operates all equipment properly and reports any issues promptly.
• Available to work shifts on the gym floor as support staff as needed.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attends required trainings, meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bilingual (Spanish) skills preferred.
• Two or four-year degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred but not required.
• Nationally accredited certification (e.g., NSCA, ACSM, NASM).
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Enthusiastic, passionate, friendly, and ambitious personality.
• Ability to perform fitness assessments and teach progressive exercise programs tailored to members’ goals.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques.
• Ability to create and monitor safe and effective exercise programs, recognizing members’ potential and limitations.
• Ability to sell the value of personal training and communicate its life-changing benefits.
• Proficiency in member management software for tracking clients and communication.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for members of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
• Reliable, dependable, flexible, and adaptable.
• Mature judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Observant, safety-conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in emergencies.

Benefits

• 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 requirements).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (part-time employees receive sick time).
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging, and diverse environment.
• Access to YMCA career training programs and collaboration with like-minded professionals.
• Healthy work/life balance.

Pay

$25.00 - $40.00 per hour.