Personal Trainer

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads • Virginia Beach, VA

10d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The YMCA Personal Trainer empowers members to reach their wellness and fitness goals through customized training programs, motivation, and accountability. The role supports members of all ages and abilities in a community-focused environment, helping them build healthy habits and make progress toward personal goals.

Personal Trainers provide member service and guidance on exercise principles, nutrition basics, and other wellness and fitness topics in alignment with YMCA teachings and best practices. They conduct baseline fitness assessments, help members identify short- and long-term goals, engage with members during workouts, provide constructive feedback, and encourage continued participation and progress.

Requirements

• Hold a current Personal Training Certification from a nationally recognized organization with NCAA Accreditation.
• Have knowledge of strength and free-weight equipment, cardiovascular equipment, general strength training principles, appropriate exercise modifications for special populations, and basic nutrition.
• Hold CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications.
• Be physically able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications.
• Be able to lift, pull, and move up to 50–100 pounds, depending on client requirements and needs.

Nice To Haves

• YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certificate.
• YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning certificate (recommended).

Responsibilities

• Provide quality member service and educate YMCA members about exercise principles, nutrition basics, and other wellness and fitness-related topics in alignment with YMCA teachings and best practices.
• Engage in members’ workouts and provide constructive feedback to maximize wellness and fitness gains.
• Conduct baseline fitness assessments on members.
• Use Listen First skills to help members determine long- and short-term wellness goals.
• Encourage members to meet their wellness goals and continue with their programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed