Personal Trainer I

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Gardena, CA

4d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA Personal Trainer creates a welcoming and supportive environment while providing customized fitness programs for members. The role includes one-on-one training, personal attention and motivation, instruction on proper exercise techniques, and fitness-program design to help members achieve their individual health and fitness goals. The position is part time, up to 29 hours, at the Gardena Carson Family YMCA in Gardena, California.

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 certifying organization required, such as NASM, NSCA, NCCPT, ACE, AFAA, or ACSM.
Certifications must be current at the time of hire. Staff must keep non-Y certifications current or complete Y-ACE certifications as a condition of continued employment; an equivalency certification may be available for equivalent credentials from another recognized entity.
Strong character values.
Experience working in the fitness industry.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including bending, stooping, lifting at least 45 pounds, and standing for periods of up to one hour.
Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment by engaging members and greeting them enthusiastically by name.
Conduct personal training appointments and help members develop and achieve their fitness goals.
Follow up on client inquiries or referrals within 24 hours and inform the supervisor of each client’s initial start date.
Design personalized, safe, and effective 30-minute to one-hour fitness programs tailored to members’ needs.
Motivate members, track their progress, and modify fitness routines and plans as needed.
Confirm appointments and complete member follow-up as required.
Provide individual instruction, demonstrate proper technique, 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 appropriate procedures.
Engage members regarding 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.
Maintain accurate and current records using program administrative tools and resources, and complete paperwork within five minutes after each client session.
Inform clients that payments must be made at the Welcome Center.
Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
Uphold YMCA safety, supervision, mandated-reporting, and risk-management policies.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and coworkers.
Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.