Personal Trainer-Owasso Family YMCA

Kids for the Future; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA in Owasso, OK is seeking a Personal Trainer to deliver safe, effective one-on-one and small-group sessions, design programs, and support member engagement. This role emphasizes client acquisition, wellness education, and revenue generation through promoting personal training services.

Requirements include CPT certification, CPR/First Aid, and at least one year of experience in fitness instruction or personal training. Ability to assess clients and communicate clearly is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have CPT certification (ACSM, ACE, NSCA, ISSA, AFAA, NASM, NETA, NESTA, IFPA)
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Oxygen Certification (provided upon hire)
• Minimum of one year of experience in fitness instruction or personal training
• Ability to conduct assessments, design programs, and coach individuals of varying ages and fitness levels
• Proven ability to sell and retain personal training clients
• Strong knowledge of exercise science principles, injury prevention, and emergency response

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective personal training sessions based on client goals and assessments
• Conduct fitness assessments and interpret results to create appropriate exercise programs
• Maintain constant visual supervision of clients to ensure proper technique and safety
• Actively generate, cultivate, and retain clients through consultations, follow-ups, and member engagement
• Meet or exceed monthly sales goals through professional promotion of personal training services
• Educate and motivate clients to support long-term adherence to healthy lifestyles
• Accurately document client sessions, assessments, progress notes, and scheduling activity
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional training environment on the wellness floor
• Learn and utilize YMCA member management and sales systems to track sessions and revenue
• Communicate professionally with members when scheduling consultations and sessions
• Adhere to YMCA dress code, conduct standards, and safety procedures
• Collaborate with other trainers to foster teamwork and departmental success
• Maintain all required certifications and complete continuing education as required
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education sessions as assigned
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures regarding the prevention of abuse.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or misconduct immediately to the appropriate supervisory staff.
• Attend mandatory training on abuse prevention, including recognizing signs of abuse, and reporting requirements.
• Abide by the YMCA's four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Sales ability

Fitness instruction

Program design

Client acquisition

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field

Job description

• Location 8300 N Owasso Expy,Owasso, OK, 74055,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Job Category Healthy Living
• Employee Type Part Time Hourly

Personal Trainer

Program Director and/or as assigned

Non-Exempt, Hourly

JOB PURPOSE:

The Personal Trainer delivers safe, effective, and engaging one-on-one and small-group training services in alignment with YMCA values and nationally recognized certification standards. This role is responsible for client acquisition, program design, instruction, and ongoing member engagement while supporting overall wellness goals. Personal Trainers serve as educators, motivators, and trusted fitness professionals who promote healthy lifestyles and YMCA programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (not a complete list):

• Provide safe, effective, and individualized personal training sessions based on client goals, assessments, and certification standards
• Conduct fitness assessments and interpret results to create appropriate exercise programs
• Maintain constant visual supervision of clients to ensure proper technique and safety
• Actively generate, cultivate, and retain clients through consultations, follow-ups, and member engagement
• Meet or exceed monthly sales goals through professional promotion of personal training services
• Educate and motivate clients to support long-term adherence to healthy lifestyles
• Accurately document client sessions, assessments, progress notes, and scheduling activity
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional training environment on the wellness floor
• Learn and utilize YMCA member management and sales systems to track sessions and revenue
• Communicate professionally with members when scheduling consultations and sessions
• Adhere to YMCA dress code, conduct standards, and safety procedures
• Collaborate with other trainers to foster teamwork and departmental success
• Maintain all required certifications and complete continuing education as required
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education sessions as assigned
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures regarding the prevention of abuse.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or misconduct immediately to the appropriate supervisory staff.
• Attend mandatory training on abuse prevention, including recognizing signs of abuse, and reporting requirements.
• Abide by the YMCA's four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Current nationally recognized CPT certification (ACSM, ACE, NSCA, ISSA, AFAA, NASM, NETA, NESTA, IFPA)
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Oxygen Certification (will provide upon hire)
• Minimum of one year of experience in fitness instruction, program design, and/or personal training
• Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments, design programs, and coach individuals of varying ages and fitness levels
• Proven ability to sell and retain personal training clients
• Strong knowledge of exercise science principles, injury prevention, and emergency response
• Ability to interpret assessment results and present plans clearly to clients
• Strong verbal communication and customer service skills

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or a related field