Personal Trainer, Jim & Heather Gills Branch YMCA

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg•St. Petersburg, FL

1d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Designs personal fitness programs for people with diverse backgrounds and abilities. Instructs and educates members in proper strength, cardiovascular and overall wellness training principles in individual or small-group settings. Educates and enforces operational guidelines and regulations with all members. Promotes healthy living for personal training clients and staff, while working in a results-driven, team atmosphere.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
ACE, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, and ACSM or other nationally accredited organization certification prior to employment
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
All required association training completed as per HR directives
Newly certified trainers must shadow an experienced, certified personal trainer (2 years or more experience) for a minimum of 2 sessions/shifts at the discretion of the Wellness Director
Must be able to articulate and communicate effectively while instructing participants in proper execution of weight bearing and cardiovascular exercise.
Must have current knowledge of strength training guidelines and ability to modify exercises for special populations when needed.
Level 2 background check & 10-panel drug screen required.

Responsibilities

Develops safe and effective personalized training programs for clients including cardiovascular, strength training, and flexibility components, based on client's goals and motivations.
Observes clients in exercising and demonstrates correct techniques to minimize injury and improve fitness.
Gives alternative exercises during workouts for different levels of fitness and skill level.
Monitors clients' progress and adapts programs as needed.
Maintains professional standards among clients including punctuality, proper attire and the creation and maintenance of a friendly, safe and motivating training relationship.
Contacts and sets up initial meetings with prospective clients, promoting personal training, while also providing information on general YMCA programs as needed.
Properly completes and turns in all paperwork and digital formats as per personal training accounting policies and best practices.
Attends all personal trainer staff and wellness training meetings, mandatory branch staff meetings and continuing education sessions.
Performs fitness consultations, assessments and orientations.
Communicates any equipment problems, member concerns, or suggestions to the Wellness Director
Explains and enforces safety rules and regulations for fitness activities, and the proper use of exercise equipment.
Gives clients information or resources about nutrition, weight control, and related lifestyle issues.
Gives emergency first aid if needed, and fills out appropriate incident reports when necessary.
Attends required abuse risk management training.
Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Adheres to job specific risk management responsibilities.