Fitness Center Coach (Park Slope Armory YMCA)

National Council of Young Men's Christian Associations of the United States of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Health benefits

Job summary

The Park Slope Armory YMCA is seeking a Fitness Center Coach to oversee fitness areas at Prospect Park and provide outstanding hospitality to members.

This part-time/regular role requires at least a high school diploma, 18+ age, experience in health and fitness, and current CPR/First Aid/AED certifications. Flexible hours including mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends are expected.

The YMCA offers training, shift coverage, health benefits, and opportunities to engage with the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18.
• Experience in health and fitness environment.
• Current CPR / First Aid / AED certifications.
• Knowledge of member health & wellness principles.
• Excellent customer service and flexible availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and instruction on proper usage of fitness equipment.
• Offer outstanding hospitality to members and guests.
• Assist members in effectively utilizing fitness equipment.
• Monitor fitness areas for policy compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the fitness center.
• Obtain shift coverage when unable to report to work.
• Maintain required certifications in Club Connect.
• Actively participate in trainings and meetings.
• Know branch emergency procedures and act accordingly.
• Support community and events as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Experience in health & fitness

Wellness knowledge

18+ age

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR / First Aid / AED certifications

Job description

Fitness Center Coach (Park Slope Armory YMCA)

Fitness Center Coach (Park Slope Armory YMCA)
Part-Time/Regular
$17.17 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all NewYorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Park Slope Armory YMCA is looking for a Fitness CenterCoach who will oversee fitness areas at the branch and provide outstanding hospitality to ensure a positive and safe user experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and instruction on proper usage of fitness equipment to members – adults and teens.
• Provide outstanding hospitality to all members and guests, initiating a professional relationship with the members in regard to their needs, concerns, and questions and acting as an agent to accommodate the member’s needs/concerns.
• Assist members in effectively utilizing fitness equipment.
• Understand the basic fitness principles and be aware of current fitness programs and trends.
• Monitor fitness areas to ensure compliance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Provide members with opportunities that will increase their involvement, sense of belonging, and ownership of the YMCA.
• Perform equipment inspections and report results to supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the fitness center.
• Obtain shift coverage when unable to report to work.
• Make phone calls to members, as needed.
• Maintain required certifications, tracked in Club Connect.
• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate action for emergency situations.
• Support community and promotional special events as needed.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent desirable.
• Minimum age –18 years old.
• Experience working in a health and fitness environment.
• Current CPR / First Aid / AED certifications.
• Knowledge of Principles of Member Health & Wellness, and Foundations of Strength and Conditioning.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be available to work flexible hours including mornings, afternoons, evenings and/or weekends.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

Job ID
req1713
Employment Type
Part-Time/Regular
Location
Prospect Park YMCA Park Slope Armory
Brooklyn, NY
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