Part-Time Personal Trainer: Build Programs & Client Base

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Personal Trainer who provides professional one-on-one training, designs personalized routines, and grows a strong member base. You will lead specialty programs, maintain equipment form, and ensure high-quality service while staying current with health and wellness trends.

Hours vary based on client needs. Responsibilities include tours for prospective members, bridge to programs in Health and Wellness, and ongoing member support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college; degrees in anatomy, kinesiology, exercise science, or biomechanics preferred, or 1–2 years fitness experience.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Experience working with the senior population preferred.
• Must participate in and pass WEQA wellness assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop fitness regimens to meet member needs.
• Support members in fitness routines.
• Demonstrate proper equipment use and exercise form.
• Monitor members on fitness equipment.
• Audit member progress.
• Maintain all areas in clean, presentable fashion.
• Assist in touring prospective members and bridging to programs offered by Health and Wellness.
• Provide outstanding member service.
• Stay current with advances in health and wellness.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Fitness instruction

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Anatomy background

Kinesiology background

Exercise science background

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Personal Trainer who provides professional one-on-one training, designs personalized routines, and grows a strong member base. You will lead specialty programs, maintain equipment form, and ensure high-quality service while staying current with health and wellness trends.

Hours vary based on client needs. Responsibilities include tours for prospective members, bridge to programs in Health and Wellness, and ongoing member support.