Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas; Hudgins (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a Personal Trainer to develop and implement safe, individualized exercise programs for members and guests under supervision. You will collaborate with staff to welcome and engage the community while promoting high-quality service and member experiences.

Qualifications include 18+, 6 months wellness experience, and a nationally recognized PT certification (ACSM, NSCA, AFFA, ACE, Cooper Institute, IFPA, NASM, NESTA).

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in the wellness field.
• Nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification (ACSM, NSCA, AFFA, ACE, Cooper Institute, IFPA, NASM, NESTA).
• Specialty II/Level 1 requires nationally recognized PT cert and 6 months training experience.
• Specialty II/Level 2 requires nationally recognized PT cert and 2–4 years training experience.
• Specialty II/Level 3 requires nationally recognized PT cert and 6+ years training experience.
• Must obtain YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles and Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 6 months of employment.
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certification.
• Complete trainings including NEO, Bloodborne Pathogens, CAP, Sexual Harassment on hire and annually.
• Background check and Child Protective Services screening.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission and goals of the YMCA.
• Promote a professional values-based culture (caring, honesty, respect, responsibility).
• Lead to strengthen community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Design safe, individual programs based on participant needs and fitness levels.
• Provide instruction on form and technique.
• Maintain client records and paperwork.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follow department standards.
• Wear appropriate uniform or professional attire.
• Lead in emergencies and report accidents per policy.
• Carry out related duties to ensure excellent member experience.

Skills

Emergency response

Communications

Customer service

Physical stamina

Cardio and strength knowledge

Job description

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a Personal Trainer to develop and implement safe, individualized exercise programs for members and guests under supervision. You will collaborate with staff to welcome and engage the community while promoting high-quality service and member experiences.

Qualifications include 18+, 6 months wellness experience, and a nationally recognized PT certification (ACSM, NSCA, AFFA, ACE, Cooper Institute, IFPA, NASM, NESTA).