Personal Trainer

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia•Fairfax, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Personal Trainer is responsible for providing quality Personal Training designed to meet the needs of our members here at the Pozez JCC. Outside of their Personal Trainer position, J-Fit trainers have the flexibility to pick up additional fitness staffing opportunities which include, but are not limited to, group exercise classes, on-site clinics & workshops, and floor hours. The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (Pozez JCC, the J) is a warm and welcoming, nonprofit, social service organization dedicated to offering quality programs, activities, and services that emphasize Jewish culture, identity, and values to people of all ages and backgrounds. Programming includes cultural, educational, wellness and Israel celebrations, which take place on the main campus located in the heart of Fairfax County, as well as span five Northern Virginia counties.

Requirements

Certification in one of the following preferred: National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council of Exercise (ACE), American Fitness Aerobic Association (AFAA), Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) or other approved nationally accredited organization
Valid CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills to work positively with different populations, in groups and individually
Must be well-organized and prepared for their appointments
Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
Excellent verbal and written skills
Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational
Strong team player
Punctual and Accountable
Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury

Nice To Haves

College degree in exercise science or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains a strong client base and assists in the renewal process of sessions
Ensure that a safe and healthy environment exists for exercising
Promotes all facility programs/activities by discussing other department areas that may assist members with a total facility experience
Must keep current with facility calendar – programs, events, and activities
Participates in facility events, activities, and seminars when directed by management
Helps ensure facility is only accessed by actual members and/or guests, and that it is always safe and secure
Attends all scheduled meetings
Accepts other tasks and assignments as requested by Fitness Director
Recommend Personal Training and Group Fitness classes
Promotes all facility programs/activities by discussing other department areas that may assist members with a total facility experience
Must keep current with facility calendar – programs, events, and activities
Participates in facility events, activities, and seminars when directed by management
Helps ensure facility is only accessed by actual members and/or guests, and that it is always safe and secure
Attends all scheduled meetings
Accepts other tasks and assignments as requested by Fitness Director