Personal Trainer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Part-Time Personal Trainer to provide one-on-one training, design tailored fitness routines, and help members achieve their goals. The role involves building relationships, growing a client base, and leading specialty programs, with early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

You will train members, demonstrate proper technique, and monitor progress while maintaining a clean, welcoming fitness area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in anatomy, kinesiology, exercise science or biomechanics preferred, or 1–2 years of fitness/training experience.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and ages.
• Experience engaging seniors preferred.
• Ability to lead fitness activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop fitness regimens to meet member needs
• Support members in fitness routines and monitor progress
• Demonstrate proper equipment use and exercise form
• Maintain clean, presentable facilities and assist with tours and memberships
• Provide outstanding member service and stay current with wellness advances

Skills

Client relationship building

Fitness instruction

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Personal Trainer provides professional and educated one-on-one training service to members and develops fitness routines that will satisfy member goals. The position is responsible for building a strong network of relationships with members, growing and maintaining a solid client base for personal training, and designing, implementing, and leading specialty programs as needed. This position may involve early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities. Hours will vary based on client needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops fitness regimens to meet member needs
• Supports members in fitness routine
• Demonstrates proper equipment use and exercise form
• Monitors members on fitness equipment
• Audits member progress
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
• Assist in touring prospective members, selling memberships, and bridging members into programs and services offered by the Health and Wellness department
• Provides outstanding member service
• Stays current with advances in the health and wellness field

Performs any other functions deemed necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.

COMPENSATION

$25.00 - $31.82 ; Part Time, Non Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university; degrees in anatomy, kinesiology, exercise science, or biomechanics preferred or one to two years fitness, instructional, or personal training experience required.

• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Experience working with the senior population, preferred.
• Ability to actively take part and lead fitness activities.
• Must take part in and pass the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids’ Wellness Employee Quality Assessment (WEQA).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (required)
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• NASM, NSCA, NCSF, ACE, YMCAPT, ACSM, or ISSA certification, required

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.