Boll Y - Personal Trainer - Part Time

YMCA Detroit•Detroit, MI

About The Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and inspiring personal trainer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating exercise and fitness plans for a wide range of clients. You must have a positive attitude, a highly motivated personality, and the ability to encourage clients to reach their fitness goals.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
First aid, CPR, and AED training and certification are required.
A minimum of one nationally recognized personal trainer certification (ACSM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, NASM, NESTA, NETA, NPTI, NSCA, W.I.T.S) is required.
Must have knowledge of physical fitness, kinesiology, and physiology as it relates to strength training and overall health and wellness.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Motivate and encourage clients through positive words while training.
Educate a wide range of clients of all ages based on their fitness capabilities.
Able to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Able to work with clients who may need specialized attention due to previous injuries or health problems.

Responsibilities

Lead and monitor clients throughout a workout plan tailored to their fitness goals with an Encouraging and patient attitude.
Evaluate, Chart, and track clients' Progress, fitness level, and skill set to plan reachable goals.
Counsel and educate clients on Diet, nutrition, and exercise.
Ensure that equipment use and physical exercises are performed safely while weight lifting and training.
Demonstrate and encourage correct warm-up and stretching techniques to avoid injury.