Personal Trainer

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; North Bay; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

10% off family membership

Paid personal/sick days

Employee & Family Assistance Program

YMCA Pension Plan

Mileage reimbursement

Team events

Learning & development opportunities

Hybrid work options

Job summary

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario in North Bay is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to support members with fitness assessments, program development and supervision on the fitness floor.

The ideal candidate holds an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), a related college diploma or university degree (Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Recreation or similar), WHMIS certification, and YMCA Personal Trainer certification or equivalent, with at least three months of experience.

Qualifications

• OSSD required; college/university degree asset.
• WHMIS certification is required.
• YMCA PT certification or equivalent in good standing.
• Minimum 3 months of PT experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Effective computer skills and customer service mindset.
• Current Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector.

Responsibilities

• Design personalized fitness programs from member consultations.
• Motivate clients to attain their fitness goals.
• Recruit members as personal training clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients and YMCA staff.
• Schedule appointments and track all sessions.
• Ensure equipment and floor safety for clients.
• Conduct tours for members and potential members.
• Follow up with potential members and drive retention.
• Meet financial targets with supervision.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Self-motivated

Education

OSSD

Kinesiology/Related degree

WHMIS Certification

Tools

YMCA PT Certification or equivalent

Police Check (Vulnerable Sector)

Job description

We are currently looking for Personal Trainer to join our team of committed professionals. This Part-Time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario's Chippewa location in North Bay.

Under the leadership of the Health & Wellness Supervisor, the Personal Trainer provides direct one-on-one fitness assessment, program development along with exercise supervision. This job is required to reach financial targets set with their direct supervisor and executes member retention tasks. The Personal Trainer conducts tours for members and potential members, follows up with potential members and actively engages and builds relationships with members utilizing the Fitness Floor. This job is also responsible for ensuring the safety of clients and participants while on the fitness floor.

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

LOCATION: Chippewa, North Bay, ON

RATE OF PAY: $ 19.23 to 20.63 /- per hour

HOURS: 20 - 29 Hours per week

Major Responsibilities

• Based on member consultations and the accepted best practices, design personalized fitness programs for clients
• Motivate and inspire clients to attain goals
• Be a positive role model for members
• Proactively recruit members as personal training clients
• Maintain effective communication with clients and YMCA staff
• Respond to members inquiries regarding programs and or equipment promptly
• Ensure that equipment is in safe working condition
• Schedule appointments for self and other staff on the fitness floor
• Accurately track all sessions conducted with clients
• Incorporate SAM Standards into daily responsibilities

Qualifications

• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• College diploma or University degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Recreation or related field considered an asset
• WHMIS Certification
• YMCA Personal Trainer (or equivalent) in good standing
• Minimum of three (3) months of Personal Training experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and a strong team player
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Physically fit
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What We Offer

As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:

• Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership
• Paid personal/sick days
• Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports
• YMCA Federation Pension Plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Team events + staff recognition
• Learning & development opportunities
• Flexible hours + hybrid work options (role dependent)