Personal Trainer- Bear Glasgow Family YMCA Location

YMCA of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer-funded retirement plan

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff discounts on programs & services

Job summary

YMCA of Delaware's Bear Glasgow Family YMCA in Newark, DE seeks a part-time Personal Trainer to lead engaging, safe fitness sessions for youth, teens and adults. Rate of pay is $18.00–$24.00 per hour, with compensation based on skills and experience.

The role involves building client relationships, tracking progress, and delivering programs that promote health and wellbeing in a community-centered setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR & First Aid certification.
• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field or nationally recognized personal trainer certification (ACSM/ACE/ISSA/NASM/NSCA).
• Preference for NCCA certification.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in all trainings as assigned.
• Leads energizing, fun, safe programs, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish established department goals and KPI’s.
• Leverage available technology to enhance client results and experience.
• Actively build client base and meet established retention goals.
• Maintain timely and effective communication with the client including scheduling session count and follow up.
• Design and demonstrate exercise programs to minimize injury and promote fitness.
• Monitor and assess client progress, provide motivation, keep accurate records of completed sessions.
• Builds good relationships with members and helps them connect with the YMCA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field

Accredited personal trainer certification (ACSM/ACE/ISSA/NASM/NSCA) preferred

Job description

Personal Trainer- Bear Glasgow Family YMCA Location

Job Category: PHYS ED/FITNESS

Requisition Number: PERSO003071

• Posted : July 14, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA
Newark, DE 19702, USA

Description

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $18.00 – $24.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Attend and actively participate in all trainings as assigned.
• Leads energizing, fun, safe programs, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish established department goals and KPI’s.
• Leverage available technology to enhance client results and experience.
• Actively build client base and meet established retention goals.
• Maintain timely and effective communication with the client including but not limited to scheduling session count and follow up.
• Design and demonstrate exercise programs to minimize injury and promote fitness.
• Monitor and assess client progress, provide motivation, keep accurate records of completed sessions.
• Must have a good working knowledge of general exercise principles up to and including physical limitations, muscle groups, motivational skills, and contra‑indicated exercises.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR & First Aid Certified
• Bachelor's Degree in exercise science or related field or nationally recognized personal trainer certification from NCCA. ACSM, ACE, ISSA, NASM or NSCA preferred, but others accepted as deemed appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCA certification

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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