Empowering Personal Trainer: Build Community Wellness

YMCA San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Scott Family YMCA in San Antonio, TX is seeking a dedicated personal trainer to lead training sessions, promote healthy lifestyles, and maintain a safe, welcoming wellness floor. Responsibilities include coaching members, adhering to YMCA nutrition and strength guidelines, and tracking progress under supervision.

Qualifications include a health-related bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), 1–2 years in health and wellness, and live certifications from recognized bodies.

Qualifications

• A4 year college degree in a health-related field preferred (will accept years of experience in lieu).
• 1–2 years experience in health and wellness required.
• National Personal Training or Strength Training certification from recognized bodies (listed in ad) and must be a live certification.
• Knowledge of fitness research, program design, anatomy, physiology and behavior change methods.
• Certifications due within first week: Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Communications.
• Certifications due within 60 days: CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen; YMCA certifications within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personal training sessions for YMCA members as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain a positive, safe and nurturing environment.
• Track members’ adherence and motivate continued membership and exercise.
• Follow YMCA strength training and nutrition guidelines.
• Attend required YMCA San Antonio training classes and promote YMCA Story.

Skills

PT certification

CPR/First Aid

Anatomy & physiology

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

Job description

Davis Scott Family YMCA in San Antonio, TX is seeking a dedicated personal trainer to lead training sessions, promote healthy lifestyles, and maintain a safe, welcoming wellness floor. Responsibilities include coaching members, adhering to YMCA nutrition and strength guidelines, and tracking progress under supervision.

Qualifications include a health-related bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), 1–2 years in health and wellness, and live certifications from recognized bodies.