Personal Trainer

Westside; Calgary; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Westside Recreation Centre in Calgary is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to assess clients, design tailored workouts, and guide safe, effective sessions.

You will monitor progress, adapt plans, educate on nutrition, maintain records, stay current with trends, and promote gym services. Alberta First Aid certification or equivalent is required or an asset.

Qualifications

• Completion of BKin (or equivalent degree, 4 years) or Exercise Science/Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (2 years).
• Must have current Alberta Approved First Aid training - CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid.
• Minimum 1 year of Personal Training experience.
• AFLCA/Can-Fit Pro Certification in Group Exercise or Older Adult would be an asset;
• CSEP-CPT/CEP or CSCS Certification would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial fitness assessments to understand the client’s goals, medical history, and physical condition.
• Develop customized fitness plans based on client goals (e.g., weight loss, muscle gain, injury rehabilitation).
• Provide one-on-one personal training sessions, ensuring proper technique, form, and safety.
• Offer motivation, guidance, and encouragement during training sessions to help clients reach their goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust workout plans as needed based on client progress and feedback.
• Educate clients on the importance of nutrition, hydration, and other lifestyle factors affecting fitness.
• Keep accurate records of client sessions, progress, and any changes to the training program.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest fitness trends, exercise techniques, and industry certifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional training environment.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Promote gym services, memberships, and other fitness-related products when appropriate.
• Responding to emergency and first aid situations

Education

BKin or equivalent degree (4 years)

Exercise Science/Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (2 years)

Alberta Approved First Aid training CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid

AFLCA/Can-Fit Pro Certification in Group Exercise or Older Adult

CSEP-CPT/CEP or CSCS Certification

Job description

Westside Recreation Centre is a world-class facility based on a lifestyle and wellness concept. Since 2000, we have been providing families with high quality and accessible recreation facilities, programs and services. As a Personal Trainer, you will work with clients to create tailored workout plans, motivate and help them achieve their fitness goals.

The primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct initial fitness assessments to understand the client’s goals, medical history, and physical condition.
• Develop customized fitness plans based on client goals (e.g., weight loss, muscle gain, injury rehabilitation).
• Provide one-on-one personal training sessions, ensuring proper technique, form, and safety.
• Offer motivation, guidance, and encouragement during training sessions to help clients reach their goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust workout plans as needed based on client progress and feedback.
• Educate clients on the importance of nutrition, hydration, and other lifestyle factors affecting fitness.
• Keep accurate records of client sessions, progress, and any changes to the training program.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest fitness trends, exercise techniques, and industry certifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional training environment.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Promote gym services, memberships, and other fitness-related products when appropriate.
• Responding to emergency and first aid situations

Work Term

• Part-Time Position Available
• Weekday Mornings/Afternoons

Hours will vary based on client demand, bookings, and operational needs. A minimum number of hours per week is not guaranteed.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

• Completion of BKin (or equivalent degree, 4 years) or Exercise Science/Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (2 years)
• Must have current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency - CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid
• Minimum 1 year of Personal Training experience
• AFLCA/Can-Fit Pro Certification in Group Exercise or Older Adult would be an asset
• CSEP-CPT/CEP or CSCS Certification would be an asset

Closing Date:

Open until a suitable candidate has been found.