Personal Trainer

Active Wellness•McKinleyville, CA

9h•$17 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitness Specialist/Personal Trainer is responsible for managing the fitness floor, being responsive to members and guests by offering assistance, and educating members on the safe and correct use of cardio and weight training equipment. This person also performs assessments, provides package prescriptions, answers fitness and wellness related questions, and sells personal training packages.

Requirements

National Personal Training Certification(s) required within 90 days of hire date, as well as modality specific certifications as required by role (if applicable)
Degree in exercise science or fitness related field required in the absence of a certification
Operational knowledge of resistance training equipment and proper form
Knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics
Knowledge of appropriate exercises for specific muscle groups
Knowledge of injury prevention and basic rehabilitation
Knowledge of basic movement and posture assessments and body composition assessments
Ability to calculate target heart rate
Basic knowledge in nutrition
Must be detail oriented, organized and highly responsive with a commitment to customer service
Strong verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills, customer service skills, results oriented, ability to multitask, and commitment to the fitness industry
AED/CPR/First Aid Certified
Proof of citizenship or legal status
Ability to take the responsibility for the health and safety of others
Ability to stand for several hours in a same shift; ability to lift 25 lbs
Must follow OSHA and Active Wellness safety standards

Responsibilities

Sell and deliver personal training sessions to clients
Schedule and conduct member fitness assessments and orientation appointments
Assist members in using safe and effective exercise form during their workouts
Maintain a clean, safe and orderly fitness floor, racking weights, picking up towels, water bottles, magazines, cleaning equipment, etc.
Support, teach, and encourage members to meet their fitness goals
Work together as a team with all departments
Develop relationships and encourage member referrals
Enforce Active Wellness policies such as cell phone use, etc.
Attend fitness department and fitness training meetings and continuing education classes to keep certifications current
Assist in development and implementation of new fitness programs/classes
Administer emergency care to members and guests in need of assistance
Work as a TEAM with all other departments
Be knowledgeable about all programs and activities offered by Active Wellness
Promote center services and activities
Perform routine maintenance of equipment
Assist with keeping the center well stocked and clean
Attend Active Wellness site meetings and trainings
Handle injury and illness and security incident reporting
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor