Personal Trainer - Catonsville

The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, join our team as part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all.

About the role

Under the supervision of the Fitness Director or other assigned associate, the Personal Trainer is responsible for delivering excellent services to all members, guests, and program participants. The primary function is to engage highly with members by providing high-quality, appropriately challenging, and fun exercise routines tailored to individual needs, including 1-on-1 training, partner training, small/medium/large group training, while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Report to work in uniform at least fifteen minutes prior to assigned shift to receive communications and prepare the appropriate space.
• Provide excellent services to members, guests, and program participants in-person, on the phone, and via email.
• Build meaningful relationships through positive and solution-driven interactions.
• Promote wellness concepts that embody a well-rounded, healthy, and safe lifestyle.
• Obtain and maintain a national personal training certification and pursue continuous education on formats.
• Maintain required CECs, certification requirements, and ongoing trainings.
• Adhere to format and certification requirements while training.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and patience in dealing with diverse membership and wellness levels; avoid creating an intimidating environment.
• Coach and encourage members to meet their wellness goals.
• Maintain administrative responsibilities, including recording appointments and ongoing communication for supervisors.
• Monitor, clean, and inspect equipment regularly; report any challenges or concerns.
• Adhere to and enforce all policies, guidelines, rules, and best practices as outlined by the Y in Central Maryland with positive interaction.
• Lead in handling conflict, concerns, member frustrations, and unusual center situations.
• Inform proper leaders of operating challenges and/or conflicts during operating hours.
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities.
• Promote a professional image and maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.
• Work with diverse populations, including all ages, genders, and sexual orientations.
• Attend and actively participate in all assigned meetings.
• Incorporate the four character values of the Y: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, and adhere to the Y Code of Conduct.
• Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community.
• Assist in all other areas as assigned.

Requirements

• Nationally recognized accredited personal training certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ISSA, NCSF).

Pay

This position features a tiered commission structure, with entry-tier session earnings ranging between $24.15 and $39.20/hour depending on package and session type. Non-session duties are compensated at a flat rate of $20.00/hour. Actual earnings will vary based on session volume, package type, and progression through commission tiers.