Personal Trainer

YMCA of Portsmouth; Barco (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Portsmouth is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to deliver one-on-one coaching in our Wellness Center. You’ll educate members on exercise principles, provide program guidance, and support goal attainment with attentive feedback.

You’ll conduct baseline assessments, encourage ongoing participation, and align coaching with YMCA values. CPR/First Aid/AED certification and a current personal training credential are required to inspire safe, effective workouts.

Qualifications

• Hold a current Personal Training Certification from a nationally recognized organization with NCAA Accreditation.
• Knowledge of strength/free weight and cardiovascular equipment; exercise modifications for special populations; basic nutrition.
• YMCA certificates to include: YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning (recommended).
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one supervision and instruction to members in the Wellness Centers.
• Educate YMCA members about exercise principles and nutrition basics in alignment with YMCA teachings.
• Engage in members’ workouts and provide feedback to maximize wellness gains.
• Conduct baseline fitness assessments and assist with membership development and retention.

Skills

Personal Training Certification

Strength Training Knowledge

Cardio Equipment Knowledge

CPR/First Aid/AED/O2

Tools

YMCA certifications: Healthy Lifestyle Principles

Foundations of Strength & Conditioning

Job description

Description

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the health and well-being of children, adults and families in your community. Working at the YMCA you’ll discover more than a job – you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the health and well-being of children, adults and families in your community. Working at the YMCA you’ll discover more than a job – you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intention every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Position Summary

The Personal Trainer will provide one-one-one supervision and instruction to members using the Wellness Centers. The Personal Trainer is responsible for assisting the Family Center in membership development and retention through quality instruction and continuous follow-up.

PERSONAL TRAINER

Provides quality member service. Helps all members; and Educates YMCA members about exercise principles, nutrition basics and other wellness and fitness related topics, in alignment with YMCA teachings and best practices. Engages in the members’ workouts and provides constructive feedback to maximize wellness and fitness gains. Conducts baseline fitness assessments on members. Uses Listen First skills to assist YMCA members in determining their long and short-term wellness goals. Provides encouragement to members to help them meet their wellness goals and continues with their programs.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a current Personal Training Certification from a nationally recognized organization with NCAA Accreditation.
• Must have knowledge of strength/free weight and cardiovascular equipment, general strength training principles, appropriate exercise modifications for special populations and basic nutrition.
• YMCA certificates to include: YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning (recommended)
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Factors

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
• May be required to walk, stand, kneel, and stoop
• Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Must be able to lift, pull and move up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications

Background Checks

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

Salary Description

$18 - $22