Stretch Specialist

Life Time•Eden Prairie, MN

About The Position

Personal Training-Hourly Stretch Specialists support members in building happier, healthier lives by developing relationships and providing branded Assisted Stretch and Recovery sessions. The role delivers an educational, supportive member experience that upholds the integrity of the Life Time brand and helps members feel and move better. Stretch Specialists develop safe, professional client programs designed to support goal achievement and retention. They lead assisted stretch sessions using techniques such as PNF and contract-relax stretching, and recovery sessions using assisted stretching, Hypervolt percussion, and breathing drills. They also conduct demonstrations and screenings for new clients, provide fitness-floor assistance, promote and sell services, complete administrative and client-programming documentation, and maintain relevant certifications and training. Compensation consists of commissions between 10% and 60%, depending on the product and the Team Member’s productivity. Weekly minimum pay is at least the applicable minimum wage for each hour worked. All team members receive a subsidized membership, discounts on Life Time products and services, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company discretionary match for those age 21 and older, training and professional development, and paid sick leave where required by law. Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans; parental leave and adoption assistance; paid time off; and a deferred compensation plan if they meet the required income threshold. Life Time states that it is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace and is an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certified personal trainer.
CPR and AED certification.
Knowledge of assisted stretching and other recovery techniques.
Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class.
Ability to bend, stand, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of personal training experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or another related field.
Assisted Stretching Certification such as AIS, FST, or similar.

Responsibilities

Develop safe, professional, and comprehensive client programs that drive client goal achievement and retention.
Lead clients through assisted stretch sessions using techniques such as PNF and contract-relax stretching.
Lead clients through recovery sessions using techniques such as assisted stretching, Hypervolt percussion, and breathing drills.
Complete all training required for the role.
Conduct stretch and recovery demonstrations for new clients, including pre-participation screening, medical history, lifestyle questionnaire, and goal setting, to assess and recommend stretching programs.
Provide fitness-floor assistance to members to ensure safety, provide education, and motivate members.
Promote and sell stretch-session programs and other personal training services.
Complete administrative requirements associated with each client’s fitness plan.
Maintain current certifications, credentials, industry knowledge, and continuing education to advance through the levels program.
Provide superior customer service through complimentary and paid services and programming so members feel competent, confident, and connected.
Document all aspects of client programming.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for Team Members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
For full-time Team Members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
For full-time Team Members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time Team Members: life insurance.
For full-time Team Members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
For full-time Team Members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
For full-time Team Members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
For eligible full-time Team Members: deferred compensation plan, subject to the required income threshold.