EGYM Instructor

Young Mens Christian Association Of; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Islands Family YMCA is seeking an EGYM Trainer to provide one-on-one orientation on the EGYM circuit at the Savannah location. The role includes meeting with members after orientation to discuss imbalances and recommend training options, including personal training opportunities available through the YMCA.

The position emphasizes safety, customer service, and alignment with the YMCA's core values, while supporting overall member retention and community programs.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Personal Trainer Certification required.
• CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to develop and implement personal exercise programs.
• Knowledge of accepted fitness standards and practices.
• Ability to provide fitness testing.
• Background check and authorization to work with children as per YMCA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and orientation on the EGYM circuit and HUB.
• Complete follow-up consultations with members.
• Suggest personalized exercises tailored to individual needs.
• Explain how personal training could complement EGYM training.
• Ensure safety and well-being of members during instruction.
• Assist in member retention through customer service.
• Support fundraising activities during Annual Campaign as needed.
• Maintain a positive, cheerful attitude with staff and participants.

Skills

Customer service

Personal exercise program development

Fitness testing

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Personal Trainer Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Location: Islands Family YMCA - Savannah, GA 31410

Position Type: Part Time

Job Category: Fitness

POSITION SUMMARY

The EGYM Trainer is responsible for providing one‑on‑one orientation to members on the EGYM circuit. The EGYM trainer should also meet with the member after the orientation to share imbalances and recommendations on additional training needs and share personal training opportunities available to the member.

In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide assessment and orientation on the EGYM circuit and HUB
• Complete follow up consultation with member to share feedback
• Suggest additional personal exercises for members tailored to their individual needs according to accepted fitness standards and practices
• Share with the member how personal training could compliment their EGYM training program
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of the individual member during each instruction period
• Assist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer service
• Assist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCA
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participantsWillingly perform other duties as assigned

This organization has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. This organization takes every allegation of abuse or misconduct seriously and will fully cooperate with the authorities to investigate all cases of alleged abuse or misconduct. Employees and volunteers shall cooperate with any external investigation by outside authorities or internal investigation conducted by the organization or persons given investigative authority by the organization. An employee or volunteer’s failure to cooperate with an investigation will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or dismissal from the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Personal Trainer Certification required.
• Sound working knowledge of accepted fitness standards and practices.
• Ability to develop and implement personal exercise programs.
• Ability to provide fitness testing.
• Ability to foster positive staff, peers, and program participants.
• CPR and First Aid required within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.