Personal Trainer

MVP Sports Clubs

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 34,440

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary club membership

401(k) participation

Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-timers

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

A dynamic fitness organization in Rockford, MI is seeking a Personal Trainer to enhance member experiences and lead fitness programs. Responsibilities include one-on-one training, group sessions, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a fitness-related degree, relevant certifications, and strong customer service skills. Full benefits offered to both part-time and full-time employees.

Qualifications

A college degree is preferred, preferably in fitness or a related field.
Accredited certification through NASM, ACE, NCFS, or similar required within 3 months of hire.
Minimum of two years of customer service-related experience.

Responsibilities

Create a positive member experience through onboarding and ongoing member instruction.
Meet revenue goals through training and group exercise class instruction.
Encourage and promote quality training services and programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales skills

Customer service

Leadership skills

Education

College degree in fitness or related field

Accredited certification through recognized organizations

Current CPR and First Aid Certification

Tools

MVP Scheduler program

Fitness assessment tools

Job description

Overview

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About The Company

MVP Sports Clubs is a sports facility management company with 5 facilities in West Michigan. We provide corporate service support in the areas of finance, marketing/communications, information systems, human resources, property management, and operational development including sales, fitness, and operations. MVP Sports Clubs represents quality and success in health and recreation in all facets of the community. Simply put, we are a company passionate about fitness and wellness, and believe that healthy communities change lives!

Why MVP Sports Clubs

At MVP Sports Clubs, we are built around our values of professionalism, friendliness, efficiency, cleanliness, and teamwork. We believe in creating a welcoming, engaging, and fun environment for team members, and we provide them with a full range of benefits to foster this type of environment.

Benefits

Part-time team members receive complimentary club membership access for the team member, spouse, and dependent(s); 401(k) participation after completing 6 months of service (must be 18 years of age); access to Work-Space (must be 18 years of age); CPR trainings; complimentary use of Kid's Stuff (up to 2 hours per day); and discounts on select programming, retail, and food & beverage.
Full-time team members also have access to health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, long-term and short-term disability, a generous personal time off policy, and paid maternity and paternity leave.

About The Position

The Personal Trainer is responsible for creating a positive member experience through onboarding, group fitness, and ongoing member instruction in the use of all equipment. The position provides one-on-one training and small-group training to members. Must assist with keeping the equipment and fitness area clean and maintained, as well as any other duties aimed at creating a positive member experience. This position is a part of our Fitness Department reporting to the Personal Training Manager.

Responsibilities

Meet revenue goals and key performance indicators as determined by the Personal Training Manager through training, group exercise class instruction, and program class instruction.
Assist with keeping the equipment and fitness area clean and maintained, and perform other duties to create a positive member experience.
Demonstrate initiative to gain new clients through the Plan program, instructing or participating in Group Fitness classes, proactive on the floor, and seeking referral clients.
Encourage, promote, and deliver quality group exercise, sports performance, training services, and other departmental products and programs to all members.
Ensure the fitness floor is clean and safe at all times. Oversee cleaning, preventive maintenance, and proper usage of all equipment; recommend repair or replacement when damaged or not functioning safely or properly; submit work orders as needed.
Work at least one shift on the fitness floor, overseeing all floor activities and ensuring members exercise in a safe and effective manner.
Resolve member issues through effective customer service and refer to the appropriate authority. Enforce club rules and guidelines, taking appropriate action and reporting problems to the Personal Training Manager.
Manage daily work schedule using the MVP Scheduler program, including training sessions, PLT, floor shifts, etc.; check in clients for use of training packages.
Meet with the Personal Training Manager to be held accountable for quarterly revenue, personal development, and client management/retention goals.
Maintain records of client workouts, signatures, notes, and workout dates in the client folder.
Become a primary salesperson for all fitness programs in the club, promoting other trainers and programs in the fitness department and across the club.
Maintain knowledge of theoretical concepts and stay current with research and trends in the field; maintain or achieve new certifications and membership in professional organizations to increase training product value.
Participate in regularly scheduled Fitness Staff meetings with sales training, continuing education, team building, and provide constructive feedback for the leadership team.
Attend and participate in regular Service Game training sessions as directed by the supervisor.
Maintain a neat and professional personal appearance by wearing the MVP Sports Clubs uniform and name badge.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A college degree is preferred, preferably in fitness or a related field.
Accredited certification through NASM, ACE, NCFS, ACSM, ISSA, NSCA-CPT, or NSCA-CSCS required by all trainers (PT and FT) within 3 months of hire date.
Trainers without an approved certification are not permitted to train or perform plans until certification is obtained.
Trainers without an approved certification must have a test date scheduled within 30 days to perform plans or sessions.
Group Exercise instruction experience is preferred.
Minimum of two years of customer service-related experience.
Sales skills to promote training and encourage group fitness participation.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification. If a team member is hired without CPR or First Aid certifications, they will be required to attend MVP Sports Clubs' in-house training to obtain this.
Experience in exercise testing and prescriptions with the ability to perform health risk appraisals, fitness assessments, and other indicated assessments.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Computer skills to utilize the club and equipment software.
Ability to demonstrate verbally and/or physically the proper use of equipment.
Must be able to stand 95% of the work shift.
Ability to demonstrate basic exercises (e.g., bench press, vertical row, squat, leg press, sit-up, shoulder press).
Ability to lift a minimum of 75 lbs and safely spot a participant during lifting up to 135 lbs.
Physical requirements: bend, stoop, crouch, climb, stand, sit, turn/pivot; lift/lower, push, pull, and carry up to 45 lbs; perform office tasks requiring simple hand grasping, fine motor manipulation, and reach; see, hear, and speak with sufficient capability to perform tasks and maintain safety.