Personal Trainer - YMCA of the North Shore
About The Position
As a Personal Trainer at the YMCA of the North Shore, you’ll be a key player in helping members of all fitness levels build confidence, strength, and healthier lifestyles. Working in our fully equipped, state-of-the-art facility, you will design and deliver customized workout plans tailored to individual goals and abilities. From demonstrating exercises and conducting fitness equipment overviews to offering complimentary sessions and hands-on guidance, you’ll ensure each member receives an exceptional and personalized experience. You’ll regularly meet with clients to assess progress and make meaningful modifications, ensuring their success. On the fitness floor, you’ll be a visible, welcoming presence—ready to answer questions, provide expert advice, and support members in reaching their goals. You’ll also help keep our equipment clean and functioning properly, contributing to a positive and safe workout environment.
Requirements
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Proven experience in personal training or fitness instruction
- Ability to connect with and support a diverse community
- Strong knowledge of fitness principles, strength training, and equipment use
- Passion for assessing individual needs and creating goal-based training plans
- Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading classes and activities, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting
- Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates
- Must be able to work outside when weather permits
- Must be able to stand for long periods
- Ability to listen, hear, and discern members & program participants' wants, needs, and interests
- Ability to respond to safety and emergencies
- Ability to demonstrate equipment used for exercise training
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in physical education or related field preferred
- Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, and NSPA preferred
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver customized workout plans tailored to individual goals and abilities
- Demonstrate exercises
- Conduct fitness equipment overviews
- Offer complimentary sessions and hands-on guidance
- Meet with clients to assess progress and make meaningful modifications
- Answer questions and provide expert advice
- Keep equipment clean and functioning properly
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs
- Paid training and development to expand your skills
- Opportunities for growth and advancement across seven Y locations
- 12% company-funded retirement contribution (once vested, no match required)
- Sick time accrual and a positive, team-oriented environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
