Personal Trainer

Ymc; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of South Hampton Roads is seeking a passionate Personal Trainer to empower members to reach their fitness goals through customized programs, motivation, and accountability.

As a coach and mentor within a cause-driven organization, you’ll contribute to strengthening the community and supporting individuals on their wellness journey, with opportunities to inspire all ages and abilities in a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides quality member service. Educates YMCA members about exercise principles, nutrition basics and other wellness topics.
• 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 continue with their programs.

Skills

Personal training certification

Strength training

Cardio equipment knowledge

Education

YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles

YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED/O2

Job description

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life through our culture. At the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming:

we are open to all and create spaces where people can belong and become.

We are genuine:

we value people and embrace individuality.

We are hopeful:

we believe in the potential of people to grow, lead and become catalysts for change.

We are nurturing:

we support individuals throughout their journey to reach their full potential.

We are determined:

above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with our people.

Our culture is not a People & Culture initiative; it is how we lead, serve, develop talent, make decisions and deliver on the YMCA's mission.

WHY PERSONAL TRAINING?

Passionate about fitness? Join our team at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads as a Personal Trainer and turn your love for health into a rewarding career. Inspire individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their fitness goals in our vibrant community environment. With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team behind you, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Embrace the chance to empower others and be part of something truly meaningful.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a YMCA Personal Trainer, you’ll empower members to reach their goals through customized training programs, motivation, and accountability — all while being part of a supportive community that changes lives every day.

At the Y, you’re more than a trainer — you’re a coach, mentor, and part of a cause-driven organization dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community. Whether you’re helping a member take their first step toward wellness or pushing an athlete toward their next milestone, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We’re looking for energetic, relationship-driven trainers who thrive on connection and believe that fitness is for everyone. If you love celebrating progress, fostering belonging, and being part of a team that uplifts others, we’d love to have you on our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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 continue with their programs.

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.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates in a fitness, wellness, and community-based environment and regularly interacts with members, participants, team members, leaders, and other stakeholders. The role requires frequent walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, and other physical movement associated with demonstrating exercises and supporting participants. The position may require prolonged periods of standing or sitting and continuous attention to detail while managing multiple tasks. The employee must be able to lift, pull, and move up to 50-100 pounds depending on client requirements and/or needs. Must be physically able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications. Flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends, may be required based on program and organizational needs.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and successful completion and maintenance of applicable position requirements, which may include background screening, driver's license review, CPS screening, drug and/or alcohol testing, or other screenings as required by the position or applicable law.

COMPENSATION:

Wage Range for Paid Training Sessions: $18-$20

Wage Rate for Job Training and Other Duties: $12.77

The wage range provided reflects the YMCA of South Hampton Roads’ good-faith determination of the minimum and maximum starting salary for this position. An increased hourly wage will be offered based on national certifications.