Personal Trainer I (5200)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Hollywood, CA

About The Position

The YMCA Personal Trainer creates welcoming and supportive environments while providing customized fitness programs for members. The role works one-on-one with members, providing personal attention and motivation, instructing proper exercise techniques, and designing programs to help members achieve their individual health and fitness goals. The trainer tracks member progress, adjusts programs as needed, builds connections among members, and provides clear communication and responsive service. The position also includes monitoring the fitness room and equipment, maintaining accurate participant records, completing required paperwork, following YMCA safety and conduct policies, and attending required staff meetings and trainings. The trainer is expected to demonstrate YMCA values and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma.
Current Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED certification from ARC, AHA, or ASHI.
Current personal training certificate from a nationally accredited certifying organization, such as NASM, NSCA, NCCPT, ACE, AFAA, or ACSM.
Strong character values.
Ability to perform the essential 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.
Experience working in the fitness industry.
At least one year of experience working with participants on a one-on-one basis.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming environment in YMCA program areas and greet members enthusiastically by name.
Conduct personal training appointments to help members develop and meet their fitness goals.
Respond to client inquiries or follow up on referrals within 24 hours and inform the supervisor of a client's initial start date.
Design personalized programs tailored to each member's needs, including safe and effective 30-minute to one-hour fitness programs.
Motivate and encourage members, track their progress, and modify fitness routines and plans as necessary.
Confirm appointments and conduct member follow-up as required.
Provide individual instruction, demonstrate proper exercise technique, and adjust machine weights and cardiovascular equipment as appropriate.
Connect with and monitor members to support their healthy-living goals and match their interests to YMCA programs.
Build small communities by facilitating connections with and between members.
Respond promptly and courteously to member complaints, compliments, and inquiries according to applicable procedures.
Interact with members regarding their participation in YMCA programs, the Annual Support Campaign, and special events.
Communicate clearly and effectively with members, staff, and the public, including about session cancellations, rescheduling, and 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, administer member issues, and positively interpret policies to members.
Use program administrative tools and processes to maintain accurate, current records for each participant and session.
Complete required paperwork within five minutes after a client's allotted session.
Inform clients that payments are to be made at the Welcome Center.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.