Personal Trainer (Cross Island YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a part-time Health & Fitness position focused on delivering dynamic personal training sessions, in person or virtually, at our branches in New York. You will provide outstanding hospitality to members, recruit clients, and conduct assessments to keep programs effective and engaging.

Minimum one year in a health/fitness environment, CPR/First Aid, and a national personal training certification are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year in health/fitness environment preferred.
• Current Adult CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver safe, fun personal training sessions in person or virtually.
• Provide hospitality to members and guests, addressing needs and questions.
• Recruit new clients and retain current clients.
• Perform client assessments.
• Schedule and coordinate client sessions.
• Record and report sales and sessions to supervisor.
• Know current fitness programs and trends.
• Maintain required certifications in Club Connect.
• Use scheduling app as directed.
• Participate in training sessions and meetings.
• Know branch emergency procedures and act in emergencies.
• Support community and promotional events.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

National Personal Training Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Part-Time / Regular

$30.00 Hourly

The 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.

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. Outstanding hospitality involves acting as a proactive agent by initiating professional relationships with members regarding their needs, concerns, and questions, and acting as an agent to accommodate those needs/concerns.
• Recruit new clients and retain current clients.
• Perform client assessments.
• Schedule and coordinate client sessions in a timely manner.
• Record and report sales and sessions to the supervisor.
• Be aware of current fitness programs and trends.
• Maintain required certifications, which are tracked in Club Connect.
• Utilize the app for scheduling as directed.
• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
• Have a thorough knowledge of the branch’s emergency procedures and take appropriate action in emergency situations.
• Support community and promotional special events as needed.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a health and fitness environment.
• Current Adult CPR and First Aid certifications.
• National Personal Training Certification required (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM).
• Foundations of Listen First.
• Knowledge of Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y and Principles of Member Health & Wellness.
• 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.

Cross Island YMCA, Queens, NY

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities