Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Free Black Card membership

Job summary

Planet Fitness in Red Deer is seeking a friendly Fitness Trainer to deliver first-rate service, promote the brand, and help members reach their fitness goals.

You will observe participants, instruct exertion, teach breathing techniques, evaluate abilities, and adapt programs. A strong customer-service background and CPR/AED certification are preferred, with bilingual skills seen as a plus.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/AED certification preferred; certification to coach members required.
• Six months face-to-face customer service in retail or 1 year fitness experience preferred.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures for skill improvement.
• Instruct participants to maintain exertion levels to maximize benefits.
• Teach proper breathing techniques used during exercise.
• Evaluate abilities and develop suitable training programs for special requirements.
• Monitor progress and adapt programs as needed.
• Explain and enforce safety rules governing sports and equipment.
• Administer emergency first aid or refer injured persons to physicians.

Skills

Stamina & mobility

Customer service

Bilingual (plus)

CPR/AED certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

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.)Discuss your availability with the Hiring Manager and/or notate it on your application.Weekday Hours based on club needs.SkillsAbility to stand and/or walk for an entire shiftAbility 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 equipmentAbility to occasionally bend at waist with some twisting up to one hour of workdayMinimum Qualifications18 years old or olderA High School Diploma Or Equivalent required, Associates degree preferredCPR/AED Certification preferred.Six months face to face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1-year Fitness experience preferredBilingual a plusCertification 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.BenefitsCompetitive SalaryCompany 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 incentivesPlanet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer