Personal Trainer - Part-time

Glacial Community YMCA; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y Membership

Free Kids Corner

Job summary

Glacial Community YMCA in Watertown, Wisconsin, is seeking motivated Personal Trainers to design personalized fitness programs and build lasting relationships with members in a high-energy, welcoming environment.

The role emphasizes safety, goal setting, and clear instruction. Flexible evening and weekend sessions are available, with access to a Free Y Membership and Kids Corner while you work.

Qualifications

• Certification required: NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM or equivalent.
• Experience with one-on-one or small group training preferred.
• Willingness to pursue additional certifications as requested.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe individual exercise protocol based on client abilities and goals.
• Orientate members in safe use of Wellness Center equipment and facilities.
• Maintain participant records and usage logs.

Skills

Trainer certification

One-on-one training

Team meetings attendance

Job description

Make a Difference. Build Relationships. Grow Your Career.

Do you love helping people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident? At the YMCA, our Personal Trainers do more than design workouts—we build relationships and change lives in our community. This is a high‑energy, member‑facing role where your personality, passion for fitness, and ability to connect truly matter. Our Personal Trainers provide personalized fitness programs to clients in a positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with policies and procedures of the YMCA.

Schedule:

• Flexible evening and weekend hours, sessions are dependent on clientele/trainer schedule.
• No Holidays
• Building hours range from 5am-9pm

Qualifications:

• Trainer Certification: NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, or another approved certification is required.
• Previous one‑on‑one or small group training is preferred.
• Willingness to attend meetings, training, and obtain additional certification as requested.

Qualifications:

• Trainer Certification: NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, or another approved certification is required.
• Previous one‑on‑one or small group training is preferred.
• Willingness to attend meetings, training, and obtain additional certification as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Work with clients to establish realistic fitness goals based upon client abilities and prescribe individual exercise protocol.
• Orientate members in proper and safe use of all Wellness Center equipment & facilities.
• Maintain participant records, usage logs, and other documentation assigned.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Pay: $17–$25/hour, based on experience and education
• Free Y Membership
• Free Kids Corner (up to 3 hours) while working

The YMCA is a leading non-profit organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.