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

Paid personal/sick days

FLEXIBLE hours + hybrid work options

Job summary

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to join our Chippewa, North Bay team. This part-time role focuses on one-on-one fitness assessments, program development and supervision, with a strong emphasis on member retention and safety on the fitness floor.

The position reports to the Health & Wellness Supervisor and requires a valid WHMIS certificate, YMCA PT credentials, and at least three months of PT experience.

Qualifications

• OSSD required.
• College diploma or University degree in related field considered an asset.
• WHMIS Certification required.
• YMCA Personal Trainer (or equivalent) in good standing.
• Minimum of three months of Personal Training experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Based on member consultations and 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 member inquiries regarding programs or equipment.
• Ensure 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Physically fit

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

College diploma or University degree in Kinesiology or related field (asset)

WHMIS Certification

YMCA Personal Trainer (or equivalent) in good standing

Police Record 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)