Personal Trainer

GTA-IB Management LLC•Palm Harbor, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Personal Trainers provide one-on-one fitness instruction and develop programs and choose exercises. Trainers evaluate their clients’ physical fitness and keep track of progress. Trainers must be able to demonstrate the movements and exercises recommended. They also provide encouragement and support for the client and recognize the client’s strengths and weaknesses.

Requirements

Ability to demonstrate equipment use for exercise training.
Excellent customer service skills
Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Must possess basic computational ability.
Must possess basic computer skills.
Ability to safely instruct and demonstrate Mat and Reformer Pilates exercises.
Thorough knowledge of Pilates principles, movement mechanics, anatomy, and injury prevention techniques.
Ability to adapt Pilates exercises for various fitness levels, abilities, and special populations.
Strong understanding of Pilates equipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

College degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field preferred.
Current certification from a nationally recognized personal training organization such as ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, or equivalent.
Valid CPR and First Aid certifications required.
Certification in Mat and Reformer Pilates instruction from a recognized Pilates education provider required.
Comprehensive Pilates Certification from a recognized program such as Balanced Body, STOTT Pilates, BASI Pilates, Power Pilates, Club Pilates Teacher Training, or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience teaching Pilates classes and providing one-on-one Pilates instruction preferred.
Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) credential preferred.
Candidates pursuing or eligible for National Pilates Certification may be considered based on experience and qualifications.
Completion of a comprehensive Pilates education program consisting of 450 or more hours of training, including Mat, Reformer, Cadillac/Trapeze Table, Chair, Barrel work, anatomy, observation hours, and supervised teaching hours.
Experience teaching Pilates in a resort, spa, country club, or luxury hospitality environment.
Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) credential.

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service and monitors guest feedback through the use GSI and other customer care techniques.
Helps to ensure facility is only accessed by members and/or guests, and that it is safe and secure at all times.
Promotes all facility programs/activities by discussing other department areas that may assist members with total facility experience. Must keep current with facility calendar – programs, events, and activities.
Designs and implements individual workout programs. Demonstrates proper form and technique on the use of cardiovascular and strength training equipment.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge about exercise, health, and fitness by remaining current with industry trends.
Participates in facility by accomplishing related results as needed.
Assists staff with lifting and storing facility equipment, furniture, and products to help maintain facility and prepare special events.
Provides individualized and group Pilates instruction utilizing both Mat and Reformer Pilates equipment.
Designs and implements Pilates programs that align with client goals, fitness levels, and physical abilities.
Demonstrates proper Pilates techniques, alignment, breathing patterns, and equipment usage to ensure participant safety and effectiveness.
Maintains Pilates equipment, including Reformers and related apparatus, ensuring all equipment is clean, safe, and in proper working condition.
Monitors participant progress and modifies exercises as necessary to accommodate varying fitness levels, physical limitations, or special considerations.
Educates members and guests on the benefits of Pilates and promotes Pilates programming and services offered by the Fitness Center.