Personal Trainer

YMCA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater New York, is seeking a qualified Personal Trainer to design and deliver safe, fun training sessions, both in-branch and virtually. You will provide outstanding hospitality, recruit and retain clients, and ensure a positive user experience in line with YMCA policies.

Ideal candidates hold CPR/First Aid and relevant fitness certifications, with a willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year experience in health/fitness.
• Current Adult CPR and First Aid certifications.
• ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or NASM certifications strongly recommended.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver personal training sessions, in person or virtually.
• Provide outstanding hospitality to members and guests by understanding their needs.
• Recruit new clients and retain current clients.
• Perform client assessments.
• Schedule and coordinate client sessions.
• Record and report sales and sessions to supervisor.
• Maintain familiarity with current fitness trends and programs.
• Use scheduling app as directed.
• Maintain required certifications in Club Connect.
• Notify supervisor of equipment issues and repairs.
• Follow Healthy Lifestyles Standards and Best Practices.
• Know branch emergency procedures and act accordingly.
• Participate in training sessions and meetings.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Customer service

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary: $25.00 - $37.00 HourlyThe YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA is seeking a qualified Personal Trainer who will recruit, design, and deliver safe, fun, dynamic, and effective personal training sessions, while also providing outstanding hospitality to ensure a positive user experience. The Personal Trainer will promote a safe and positive atmosphere in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver safe, fun, dynamic, and effective personal training sessions, in person or virtually from the branch.
• Provide outstanding hospitality to all members and guests by initiating a professional relationship with members regarding their needs, concerns, and questions about the YMCA, its programs, and its mission.
• Recruit new clients and retain current clients.
• Preform client assessments.
• Schedule and coordinate client sessions in a timely manner.
• Record and report sales and sessions to the supervisor.
• Maintain familiarity with current fitness trends, protocols, methods, and programs.
• Utilize the app for scheduling as directed.
• Maintain required certifications, which are tracked in Club Connect.
• Notify the supervisor of any equipment that is out of service or in need of repair.
• Adhere to the YMCA of Greater New York’s Healthy Lifestyles Standards and Guidelines, and Personal Training and Fitness Assessment Best Practices.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate action in emergency situations.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a health and fitness environment.
• Current Adult CPR and First Aid certifications.
• ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or NASM certifications strongly recommended.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.