The Personal Trainer is responsible for designing and delivering personalized fitness programs to help clients achieve their health and wellness goals. This role includes conducting fitness assessments, providing instruction on proper exercise techniques, and offering motivation, accountability, and support. The trainer ensures a safe and engaging training environment and builds strong relationships to foster client success.

SALARY RANGE: $28.00 - $40.00/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Conduct initial consultations and fitness assessments for new clients.
Develop customized workout plans based on client goals, fitness level, and medical history.
Instruct clients on proper form, technique, and equipment use.
Monitor client progress and adjust programs as needed.
Provide encouragement, motivation, and education on health and wellness.
Ensure the training area is safe, clean, and properly equipped.
Maintain accurate records of sessions and client progress.
Uphold professional standards and comply with organizational policies.
Promote personal training services and contribute to member retention.
Complete required abuse prevention training.
Attends all staff meetings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to stand, move, and demonstrate exercises for extended periods.
Lift and move fitness equipment up to [insert weight, e.g., 50 lbs].
Perform physical activities that require strength, stamina, and agility.

Qualifications

Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
Certified as a personal trainer from YMCA, AFAA, ACSM, ACE, NASM or other accredited organization.
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire.
Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y, Foundations of Listen First, Principles of Member Health & Wellness.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate and safely train clients of all ages and fitness levels.
Previous personal training or fitness instruction experience preferred.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.

Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.

Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

Personal Trainer- Mt Madonna

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