Personal Trainer

YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties • Bremerton, WA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Personal Trainer helps YMCA members achieve health and fitness goals by designing and leading personalized training sessions tailored to members’ abilities, goals, and lifestyles. The trainer motivates and educates members through engaging workouts and supportive coaching, encourages progress and confidence, and provides exceptional member service in a safe, welcoming, and positive environment. The role provides in-person services at YMCA Centers throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties and during YMCA Center operating hours.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Personal Trainer Certification through a nationally accredited organization.
• Two years of experience in the health and fitness field.
• National Fitness Certification, YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning, Foundations of Group Exercise, or equivalent, such as ACE, ACSM, or AFAA certifications.
• Must be able to work in person at YMCA Centers throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties every month and as needed.
• Must be able to provide services during YMCA Center operating hours.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties.
• Formal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate its movements and exercises.
• Ability to work with all age groups and ability levels.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle, demonstrate YMCA character values, and serve as an enthusiastic role model.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications.
• Must pass background and reference checks, in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Ability and willingness to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day and other online and in-person training as required.

Nice To Haves

• NCCA-accredited Personal Training Certification or a relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and instruct personal training sessions appropriate to members’ wants, needs, and abilities.
• Provide in-person personal training at YMCA Centers throughout Pierce and Kitsap Counties.
• Encourage and advise members in support of their health and well-being goals.
• Administer, track, and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other preparticipation documentation for individual exercise programs.
• Provide members with feedback, encouragement, reevaluations, instruction, and motivation to support regular exercise.
• Conduct fitness assessments and personal training appointments and maintain records.
• Communicate with and follow up with members in a timely manner.
• Ensure sessions are financially accounted for and payment receipts are properly handled.
• Educate members on proper equipment use.
• Promote an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership.
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities.
• Paid sick leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), digital mental health counseling platform, wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center.
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities.
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services, and merchandise.
• Part-time employees who work more than 20 hours per week may elect HealthiestYou by Teladoc virtual general medical care, Willamette Dental Plan, and VSP Vision Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed