Personal Trainer I

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA Personal Trainer creates a welcoming and supportive environment while providing customized fitness programs to members. The role involves one-on-one training, personal attention and motivation, instruction on proper exercise techniques, and designing fitness programs that help members achieve their individual health and fitness goals. The trainer builds relationships and community among members, communicates clearly with members, staff, and the public, and responds promptly to member inquiries and feedback. The role also includes monitoring fitness-area equipment, maintaining accurate participant records, following YMCA policies and safety procedures, and attending required meetings and trainings. The trainer demonstrates YMCA values and leadership competencies in interactions with members, guests, volunteers, and colleagues.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma required.
Current Adult/Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from ARC, AHA, or ASHI required.
Current personal training certification from a nationally accredited organization required; examples include NASM, NSCA, NCCPT, ACE, AFAA, and ACSM.
Certifications must be current at hire. Staff who do not maintain non-Y certifications may be required to complete Y-ACE certifications as a condition of continued employment; an equivalency certification provision is available.
Strong character values.
Must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must be able to bend, stoop, lift at least 45 pounds, and stand for periods of up to one hour.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
Experience working in the fitness industry.
At least one year of experience working with participants one-on-one.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment and greet members warmly by name.
Conduct personal training appointments to help members develop and meet fitness goals.
Follow up on client inquiries or referrals within 24 hours and inform the supervisor of a client’s initial start date.
Design personalized, safe, and effective fitness programs lasting 30 minutes to one hour.
Motivate members, track their progress, and adjust exercise plans as needed.
Confirm appointments and conduct member follow-up as required.
Provide individual instruction, demonstrate proper exercise techniques, and adjust machine weights and cardiovascular equipment appropriately.
Connect with and monitor members, support their healthy-living goals, and match their interests to YMCA programs.
Build small communities by facilitating connections among members.
Respond promptly and courteously to member complaints, compliments, and inquiries, following applicable procedures.
Interact with members about their participation in YMCA programs, the Annual Support Campaign, and special events.
Communicate clearly with members, staff, and the public, including about cancellations, rescheduling, and other client-related matters.
Monitor the fitness room and ensure equipment is functioning, put away, and clean.
Model and enforce the Code of Conduct and Healthy Living Policies, and administer member issues as they arise.
Use provided administrative tools and resources to maintain accurate, current records for each session and participant.
Complete required paperwork within five minutes after a client’s allotted session.
Inform clients that payments must be made at the Welcome Center.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Follow YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.