Personal Trainer

Ann Arbor YMCA • Ann Arbor, MI

33d • $22 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

The Make A Difference Place Part-time work at the Y offers flexible hours with meaningful impact on your community. We are looking for Personal Trainers to create a welcoming & safe environment for Y members by assisting them pursue their own health and wellness goals. Personal Trainers have the responsibility of developing and implementing individualized workout regimens and conducting fitness assessments for members.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of experience working in a YMCA wellness center or similar facility is required.
• Certification as a Personal Trainer with a national organization that tests theoretical knowledge and performance (ACE, NASM, ACSM NETA etc.).
• Currently certified in CPR and AED or obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to relate to Y members in a positive manner.
• Must be a highly motivated person with leadership ability and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Thorough knowledge of exercise science is required, including functional anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition and injury prevention.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of college completed in a related field is preferred.
• Multilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trains participants in a way that is both demonstrative and professional.
• Watches and corrects participants when training in an unsafe manner.
• Promotes wellness and other YMCA programming.
• Communicates a thorough knowledge of exercise science is required, including functional anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition and injury prevention.
• Conducts fitness evaluations for new clients including goal setting assessments, orientation of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, and recommendation of appropriate wellness programs or personal training.
• Provides fitness orientations, training and fitness assessments to members.
• Must be able to design fitness programs suitable to clients that are safe and effective.
• Help maintain a clean and safe wellness center and facility
• Exemplify a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED