Personal Trainer

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Wellness coaching opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking certified Personal Trainers at the Petersburg Family YMCA to design and implement exercise programs and to work closely with members.

Candidates should hold a current nationally recognized certification (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, or similar) and CPR/AED/First Aid, with flexibility for morning hours and varying shifts. The role may include wellness coaching, equipment orientations, fitness evaluations, and helping members on the wellness floor.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized personal trainer certification (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, etc.).
• CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement exercise programs for members.
• Work closely with members to meet fitness goals.
• Provide equipment orientations and conduct fitness evaluations.
• Maintain clean equipment and assist members on the wellness floor.

Skills

Certifications

Program design

Member engagement

Wellness coaching

Time management

Tools

ACSM Certification

NSCA Certification

ACE Certification

CPR

AED

First Aid

Job description

The Petersburg Family YMCA is seeking certified Personal Trainers to design and implement exercise programs and to work closely with members. Personal Trainer pay range is $20-$23 per hour and Advanced Personal Trainer pay range is $27-$31 per hour. Morning hours are preferred, but all hours are accepted. Must be ACTION, ACE, or NASM certified.

DUTIES of a Personal Trainer

We are looking for personal trainers who are willing to work flexible hours to accommodate members' needs. It is also preferred that these individuals work hours as a Wellness Coach to utilize their time to build relationships with members, provide equipment orientations, conduct fitness evaluations, clean equipment, and assist members on the wellness floor.

QUALIFICATIONS of a Personal Trainer

Personal trainers are required to have a current nationally recognized personal trainer certification (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, etc.) as well as current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.

Who we are:

The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.