Exercise Science Professional

Stretch Zone•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

Stretch Zone is hiring an Exercise Science Professional to provide practitioner-assisted stretching using the company’s Stretch Zone Methodology (SZM), proprietary protocols, and patented strapping equipment. Practitioners identify clients’ postural and movement limitations and use specific applied stretching sessions to help address them. The work aims to improve mobility, athletic performance, range of motion, stiffness, and reaction time for clients with varied fitness levels and needs. The role offers paid, in-house training and certification, continuing education, and advancement opportunities. The position is hands-on and customer-focused, with an emphasis on helping clients pursue personal wellness goals and maintaining a welcoming, organized studio environment. The company recommends a personal training certification or a license in therapeutic massage or other accredited bodywork as a minimum prerequisite to SZM.

Requirements

Strong interest in fitness and healthy living.
Ability to complete in-person and online training.
Motivation to support clients in reaching personal wellness goals.
Dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Education or experience related to exercise science, kinesiology, or hands-on bodywork.
A personal training certification from ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, or NCSF is recommended.
A license in therapeutic massage or other accredited bodywork is recommended.

Responsibilities

Guide clients through customized assisted-stretch sessions based on company training and certification.
Evaluate individual needs to select appropriate techniques and routines.
Deliver a welcoming, high-quality customer experience.
Keep treatment areas and the studio clean and organized.
Support member engagement through outreach to current and prospective clients.
Identify postural and movement limitations and work to correct or mitigate them through specific applied stretching sessions.