Personal Trainer

Icon Fitness; Greenwich, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greenwich is seeking a Part-Time Personal Trainer to help members set and achieve fitness goals. You will provide one-on-one instruction, tailor plans, and actively promote training packages to grow memberships.

Requirements include a current national PT certification, CPR/AED/First Aid within 30 days, and strong customer service and sales skills. YMCA membership is provided for part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current national personal training certification (NASM/ACE/NSCA/ACSM-CPT/ISSA/AFAA).
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Strong customer service and ability to upsell training services.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in setting and achieving fitness goals with one-on-one instruction.
• Tailor individual training plans and monitor progress with clients.
• Promote and sell personal training programs and packages.
• Build relationships with members and retain clients; greet and engage daily.
• Ensure equipment is safe, functional, and properly maintained.

Skills

Personal Trainer

Sales

Customer service

CPR/First Aid

Education

National personal training certification (NASM/ACE/NSCA/ACSM-CPT/ISSA/AFAA)

Job description

# Personal TrainerUSD 40.00 Hourly|WELLNESS in 50 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT 06807-2608, United StatesPart TimeOur 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 intentionality 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.* The Personal Trainer will assist members in setting and achieving their fitness goals while emphasizing a high level of customer service and professionalism.* This position will also tailor individual plans for members and provide the one-on-one instruction that is needed to achieve the goals.* Through interaction with members, the Personal Trainer advises and sells personal training programs and packages* Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.* Ensures that all necessary equipment is available for member use, and inspects equipment to be sure that it is in safe, clean working order.* Actively recruits and retains personal training clients.* Greet and develop friendly, professional relationships by engaging with all members.* Regularly checks on members' progress in meeting personal and program goals.* Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living.* Adheres to dress code, attendance, and punctuality standards* Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.* All other duties as assigned* Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.* Certifications* Working knowledge of safe procedures related to various types of free weight equipment, machine weight equipment, plate-loaded, and cardiovascular equipment. In depth kinesiology knowledge.* Have a thorough knowledge of Wellness Center Policies and Emergency Procedures.* Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic in the spirit and values of the YMCA principles.* Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.* Proudly wear YMCA apparel and name tag. Proactively greet members warmly and openly.* Physical Requirements - Personal Trainers must have the ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 75lbs of weight.* Character Traits - Proactive, self-directed, attentive, solution-oriented, dependable, multi-task orientated, effective communication skills and ability to develop effective working relationships.* Possess a high degree of relational skills in working one on one with clients. A positive and professional manner is essential. All member information is to be kept highly confident.* Passionate about the YMCA Promise* Academic Major in a relative Wellness or Exercise related subject preferred* Previous sales experience a plus.- Applicant must have and maintain a current Personal Training national certification which may include: (NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM-CPT, ISSA, or AFAA or a comparable certification. (It is the responsibility of the trainer to provide recertification documentation prior to a certification expiration date).* Certification in CPR, AED and First Aid is required within 30 days of employment.* Training clients within the YMCA facility who have not purchased personal training services through the YMCA of Greenwich.* No personal cell phone use, unless on break outside of the Wellness Center. No headphones at any time.* Double staffing of shifts (i.e. wellness associate shifts or teaching group wellness class while working as a personal trainer)* Entrance into the YMCA facility during non-operating hours.* Eating of any kind in the Wellness Center. Personal Trainers may eat in the 1st floor member lounge or patio while on break.* Increased member satisfaction in the areas of Wellness and Personal Training, as measured in the YMCA's annual Membership Satisfaction Survey.* Monthly revenue growth for personal training sessions sold and rendered.* Increased demand for small group training sessions and alternative wellness based services.* Salary is competitive dependent upon experience.* YMCA provides an Individual Membership to all Part-Time staff.### Education and Training (if a question does not apply to you please enter N/A)List duties and special training you completed is required.Additional qualifications, special training/education, computer or office equipment skills and/or individual capabilities you have which will prepare you for the position you have applied for is required.## Explore Company Location