Personal Trainer

YMCA of Southwest Florida•Punta Gorda, FL

19d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Executive/Wellness/Program Director, the Personal Trainer prescribes, develops, and assists clients with personalized fitness programs. The role involves designing safe and effective programs, guiding clients in proper exercise technique, monitoring progress, and promoting sustained participation in YMCA programs. Trainers also support members who are not current clients, help ensure safe use and upkeep of equipment, and follow YMCA standards, safety requirements, and cleaning protocols.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Successfully complete the Association’s background screening requirements, including required Level 2 screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse; employment is contingent on completion.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of exercise equipment, general weight lifting, health, and wellness, and ability to demonstrate exercises.
Adhere to the drug-, alcohol-, and smoke-free workplace policy.
Current personal training certification from a nationally recognized organization.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
Complete YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens training annually.
Complete YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annually.
At least one year of experience in fitness.
Meet staff safety requirements and follow cleaning protocols.
Complete additional training classes as recommended by a supervisor.
Ability to perform a range of exercise activities and full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Corrected vision, speech, and hearing within the normal range, or accommodations sufficient to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to actively demonstrate exercise equipment.

Responsibilities

Design and implement safe, effective, and enjoyable fitness programs that meet each member’s needs and goals.
Keep accurate records of members’ progress.
Monitor proper exercise execution, form, and technique, including when demonstrating exercises.
Ensure clients sign the YMCA Personal Training Contract before training begins.
Plan and instruct individuals, small groups, or classes using a personalized approach and following YMCA standards and guidelines.
Contact clients regularly to follow up on progress in their fitness programs.
Enter availability into Appointment King at least one week in advance and schedule clients accordingly.
Arrive promptly for appointments and maintain professional conduct and required attire, including a uniform shirt, neat shorts or warm-up pants, sneakers, and YMCA name tag.
Contact referral clients directly if unable to make an appointment with them.
Discuss and promote other YMCA programs and motivate members to commit to long-term participation.
Respond to and immediately report accidents or incidents to a supervisor.
Interact with members who are not current clients and assist with machine use and appropriate exercise advice; avoid advice unless certain it is safe and appropriate.
Encourage first-time equipment users to complete the orientation process.
Ensure all members complete the medical form and refer medical conditions requiring further investigation or physician approval to a supervisor.
Watch for equipment maintenance issues; place an out-of-order sign on malfunctioning equipment and inform a supervisor.
Ensure participants wear appropriate exercise attire and footwear.
Put away equipment correctly after sessions, including restacking weights properly.
Attend regularly scheduled mandatory staff meetings.
Follow staff safety requirements, including department cleaning protocols throughout the day as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.