Personal Trainer - First & Main

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is seeking a Personal Trainer in Colorado Springs to design and implement fitness programs for members, conduct Jump Start consultations, and drive engagement with technology platforms. The role emphasizes safety, motivation, and adherence to a healthy lifestyle within a nonprofit community setting.

Qualified candidates hold ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM CPT certifications (or equivalent) and CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration. HIPAA compliance is expected.

Qualifications

• Certifications required for personal training practice (ACE/NETA/AFAA/NASM or equivalent).
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications are required.
• HIPAA compliance knowledge and training completed.
• Sales experience may be helpful but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Administer Jump Start consultations to YMCA Members.
• Average 7–9 paid personal training sessions per week; include different session lengths.
• Drive usage of technology-based platforms for scheduling and progress tracking.
• Interpret assessment results and design personalized fitness programs.
• Communicate pricing of Personal Training options aligned with member goals.
• Attend staff meetings as directed and align with YMCA policies.

Education

ACE CPT

NETA CPT

AFAA CPT

NASM CPT

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid

Oxygen Administration

HIPAA

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: YMCA at First & Main - Colorado Springs, CO, Salary Range: Undisclosed,

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Personal Trainer will safely design and implement appropriate individual fitness programs for clients. To educate, stimulate, motivate, and promote adherence to a healthy lifestyle.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Tier 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administer Jump Start consultations to YMCA Members
• Averaging 7-9 paid personal training sessions a week (1 hr., ½ hr., small group training)
• Help drive the usage of our technology based platforms
• Interpret assessment results to clients and based on evaluation and client's goals,
• Design and implement Fitness Programs
• Effectively communicate prices of Personal Training options that align with members goals
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.

Tier 2 – Commission of 4% of packages sold for one-on-one or partner personal training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administer Jump Start consultations to YMCA Members
• Equivalent of 10-15 hours of (qualify for incentive program) paid personal training sessions a week (1 hr., ½ hr., small group training)
• Help drive the usage of our technology-based platforms
• Interpret assessment results to clients and based on evaluation and client's goals,
• Design and implement Fitness Programs
• Effectively communicate prices of Personal Training options that align with members goals
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.

Tier 3 – Commission of 5% of packages sold for one-on-one or partner personal training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administer Jump Start consultations to YMCA Members
• Equivalent of 16-20+ hours of (qualify for incentive program) paid personal training sessions a week (1 hr., ½ hr., small group training)
• Help drive the usage of our technology-based platforms
• Interpret assessment results to clients and based on evaluation and client's goals,
• Design and implement Fitness Programs
• Effectively communicate prices of Personal Training options that align with members goals
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Inclusion
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Emotional Maturity

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically able to demonstrate proper exercise form
• Visually able to observe clients to assure correct training methods, techniques, and positions.
• Able to read exercise and testing equipment accurately
• Able to physically demonstrate each area of the fitness assessment, including lifting 35 and 85 pound barbells without strain
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified in one or more of the following: ACE – CPT, NETA – CPT, AFAA CPT, Cooper Institute CPT, IFPA – CPT, NASM or equivalency
• Successful completion of online or in class required certifications
• Sales Experience preferred
• Y-Certification remains at level 1 until National Certification obtained
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification.

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION:

• I will support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Complete Hazardous Communications, Harassment Prevention, Blood-borne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training and attend Living Our Cause/Engaging our members at time of hire
• Maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer every year
• Maintain First Aid and Oxygen Certification every 2 years
• Blood-borne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year
• Maintain HIPAA every year
• Maintain national accredited Personal Training Certification

The YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to the state and federal law.