Personal Trainer

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA•Traverse City, MI

28d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a certified personal trainer to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to providing energizing, fun, safe and educational services to our community Do you enjoy motivating both groups of individuals as well as provide one-on-ones to help others achieve their wellness goals? Join our team today and put your passion to purpose. Employee benefits include: free membership, eligibility for CEU reimbursement, friendships and more! OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. POSITION SUMMARY: Instructs personal training group or one-on-one sessions in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. On a day-to-day basis, this position will carry out various tasks from assessing the member’s physical condition to instructing safe and effective exercises that will assist in attaining the member’s fitness goal(s). This position will explain the exercises in a clear and efficient way, while demonstrating how to use the equipment safely, to avoid injuries.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
2 years of experience is preferred but not required
Certifications: National Certification in Personal Training, CPR, First Aid and AED
Positive attitude with excellent communication and time management skills
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Ability to inspire and motivate others
Possesses and demonstrates a strong understanding of the YMCA and its purpose, mission and values
Various YMCA training modules will be required and provided by the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA after hire
Must pass Background check and complete new employee orientation
Must be able to lift minimum of 50 pounds
Long periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching and lifting
Ability to work in stressful situations and multi-task
Ability to work as a team or individually
Flexible hours

Responsibilities

Builds successful and authentic relationships with members while helping members connect with each other and the YMCA
Evaluate member’s fitness levels and health conditions
Develop, implement and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients
Provide encouragement and expertise for the member in support of their health and well-being goals
Answers questions and inquiries from members to support them in their wellness journey
Explain exercises in detail along with explaining and showing proper use of fitness equipment
Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective and accurate information and support to members
Monitor progress of member’s fitness levels and adjust as needed
Administer, track and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs
Promote and sell personal training programs and services while achieving session goals
Follow and enforce all YMCA procedures and policies including personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, facility access procedures and wellness policies
Carry out emergency plans as necessary
Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate by direct supervisor