Personal Trainer

YMCA of NorthWest North Carolina; King (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as a Personal Trainer, where you will inspire and motivate individuals towards healthier lifestyles. You will create personalized workout plans, foster a welcoming environment, and build authentic relationships with members. This part-time role is perfect for those with a passion for fitness and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of education in Exercise Science preferred.
• Current CPR, First Aid and Oxygen certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Develops workout plans for various fitness levels.
• Recruits new clients and promotes current programs.
• Provides exercise testing and prescriptions.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Social Media Skills

Education

Education in Exercise Science

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Personal Training Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Stokes Family YMCA - King, NC

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Variable

Description

As 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 goals

Essential 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.

Qualifications

2+ 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 skills

Current nationally-recognized Personal Training Certifications, such as:
ACSM
AFAA
CSCS
NETA
NASM
ACE