Personal Trainer

YMCA of NorthWest North Carolina; Kernersville (NC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Kernersville Family YMCA in Kernersville, NC is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to design workouts for all fitness levels and run one-on-one and small-group sessions. You will provide assessments, promote programs, and help grow the wellness community in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include developing plans, guiding clients, and delivering engaging boot camps while adhering to safety policies. CPR/First Aid/Oxygen certification required or obtainable within 30 days.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of education in Exercise Science preferred or equivalent experience.
• Current CPR, First Aid and Oxygen (ASHI); or willingness to obtain within first 30 days.
• Training experience and expertise in injuries, weight loss, and sports conditioning.
• Willingness to work with all ages.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and social media skills.
• Current nationally-recognized Personal Training Certifications (ACSM, AFAA, CSCS, NETA, NASM, ACE).

Responsibilities

• Develop workout plans for various fitness levels and populations.
• One-on-one with clients and small group training (2–4) including boot camps.
• Provide assessments to ensure quality and progress toward client goals.
• Recruit new clients and promote current programs.
• Create a welcoming, enthusiastic environment and maintain wellness center operations.
• Attend required trainings and events and follow YMCA policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Social media skills

Motivation & coaching

CPR/First Aid/Oxygen certification

Education

2+ years of education in Exercise Science

Job description

# Personal TrainerKernersville Family YMCA - Kernersville, NC 27284End Date 11/25/2026## OverviewSalary Range$15.00 - $20.00 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftVariable## DescriptionAs a Personal Trainer at the Y, you are in a unique position to change someone's life by building connections and promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Our Personal Trainers instruct and motivate individuals and small groups in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. Under the direction of the Regional Director of Wellness Experience, the Personal Trainer's primary responsibilities include: developing workout plans for various fitness levels and populations working one-on-one with clients, small group personal training (2-4), and encouraging growth and development of boot camps Providing assessments to ensure quality and progressions towards client goalsEssential Functions Effectively recruits new clients and promotes current programs. Provides individuals with exercise testing, prescriptions and instructions. Creates a welcoming and enthusiastic environment in the wellness center for all fitness levels and encourages and motivates members. Maintains working knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support to members. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA. Confirms and redeems personal training sessions. Attends required training sessions, workshops and staff meetings. Participates in master classes, fundraising and other special events, as required. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.## Qualifications2+ years of education in Exercise Science preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience Current CPR, First Aid and Oxygen (ASHI); or willing to obtain within first 30 days Training experience and expertise; Injuries, Weight Loss, Sports Conditioning Willingness to work with all ages. Strong interpersonal, communication and social media skillsCurrent nationally-recognized Personal Training Certifications, such as: ACSM AFAA CSCS NETA NASM ACE