Personal Trainer 1

YMC; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Lakeland, FL seeks an energetic personal trainer to design and guide individualized fitness programs, emphasizing safe technique and progressive goals. You will schedule sessions, train members on equipment use, and help maintain a welcoming Wellness Center environment.

Required certifications include CPR/First Aid/AED, YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, and YMCA-recognised national certifications. The role emphasizes member engagement and collaboration with staff to support community

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 and high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications within 30 days of employment.
• YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification within 60 days.
• Certification by YMCA-recognised body (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).
• Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement personal training programs with realistic health goals.
• Instruct proper exercise technique and safe equipment use.
• Schedule appointments, make reminder calls, and follow up between sessions.
• Maintain Wellness Center equipment and facility cleanliness.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing training.
• Report safety issues and maintain positive member relations.
• Support mission advancement and fundraising efforts as needed.
• Communicate with management using required digital tools.

Skills

Client assessment

Program design

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification

Certification by YMCA-recognised body (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM)

YMCA USA New Employee Orientation

Tools

Fitness equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for the one-on-one personal and extensive instruction and progression of an individual’s health and well-being. Responsible for helping a YMCA member to design a safe and effective personal health and wellness program that will allow the person to reach their personal goals and promotes engagement in the YMCA.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Works with member in designing and implementing a personal training/exercise program to include realistic, healthy lifestyle goals.2. Information disseminated to members must remain in the scope of certification.3. Schedules appointments with members; make reminder calls and follows-up with member between appointments.4. Instruct member on proper use of equipment, proper exercise technique and intensity.5. Assist in maintaining the Wellness Center equipment and facilities, including cleanliness.6. Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and continuing job training.7. Visually inspect work area and equipment for safety and risk, report to supervisor in writing any problems.8. Maintains positive relations with members and other staff. Models relationship-building skills including Listen First in all interactions.9. Communicate with management by using required digital technology to stay connected regarding work-related business.10. Perform other related duties as assigned.Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.Collaboration: Works effectively with others. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies andThe Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONS:1. Minimum age requirement – 18 years of age2. High school graduate or equivalent.3. CPR, First Aid, & AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.4. YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification within 60 days of employment.5. Certification by a YMCA nationally recognised organisation (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).6. Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThis position will require sudden movements, sitting, stepping, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and lifting. This position, by definition, is physically demanding and requires the person to be physically fit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.