Fitness Trainer

ECP CANADA OPERATIONS LP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free Black Card membership

Health benefits contribution (FT)

Paid time off (FT)

Job summary

Planet Fitness is hiring a part-time Fitness Trainer in Edmonton, AB to deliver friendly, high-quality service and promote member satisfaction and loyalty. The role requires CPR/AED certification preferred and a background in customer-facing environments.

The trainer will educate members, monitor progress, and ensure safe use of equipment while supporting the Planet Fitness Mission and values.

Qualifications

• 18 years old or older.
• High School Diploma Or Equivalent required, Associates degree preferred.
• CPR/AED Certification preferred.
• Six months face to face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1-year Fitness experience preferred.
• Bilingual a plus.
• Certification is required to assist and coach members; group course provided if not currently certified.

Responsibilities

• Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures for skill improvement.
• Instruct participants on maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits.
• Teach proper breathing techniques during exertion.
• Evaluate individuals' abilities and develop training programs to meet needs.
• Monitor progress and adapt programs as needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules for equipment and activities.
• Administer emergency first aid and refer injured persons to physicians.

Skills

Stand/walk all shift

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Bend/twist during shifts

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bonnie Doon - Edmonton, AB T6C 0Y6
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School or Equivalent
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Shift: Fixed Schedule
Job Category: Customer Service

Planet Fitness, a private equity backed fitness retailer, is seeking candidates for the role of a Fitness Trainer. The Fitness Trainer is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting ignite Fitness Holdings-Planet Fitness Mission, Vision and Values. The Fitness Instructor must be adept at balancing multiple tasks with a friendly, courteous demeanor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement;


• Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines;


• Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion;


• Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements;


• Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed;


• Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment;


• Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.

Hours

Initial job training hours may vary as well as when the needs of the facility change.

Weekday hours based on club needs.

Skills

• Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift


• Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds from ground to overhead up to 30 minutes of workday (i.e., assisting in stocking/maintaining inventory levels) with appropriate safety equipment


• Ability to occasionally bend at waist with some twisting up to one hour of workday

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years old or older


• A High School Diploma Or Equivalent required, Associates degree preferred


• CPR/AED Certification preferred.


• Six months face to face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1-year Fitness experience preferred


• Bilingual a plus


• Certification is required to assist and coach members. If not currently certified, a group course is provided and completion is required within the first few months of employment.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary


• Company contribution towards health benefits (Applicable for Full Time Positions)


• Paid Time Off benefits (Applicable for Full Time Positions)


• Free Black Card membership and fun exercise incentives

Planet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer