Personal Trainer/Small Group Instructor - Beverly YMCA

Ymca Of The North Shore; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Retirement plan

Mission-driven workplace

Job summary

The Ymca Of The North Shore is seeking a part-time Small Group Personal Trainer for the Beverly YMCA in Beverly, MA. The role involves designing and delivering personalized workouts for members and small groups, and fostering a welcoming fitness environment.

Ideal candidates hold a current national certification (ACE/NASM/ACSM/NSCA or equivalent) and have experience in one-on-one training or group fitness, with a passion for coaching adults and youth across diverse fitness levels.

Qualifications

• Current national training certification (ACE/NASM/ACSM/NSCA or equivalent).
• Experience delivering one-on-one and/or small group training.
• Ability to coach both adult and youth participants.
• Strong knowledge of strength training, movement patterns, and injury prevention.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver personalized one-on-one training sessions.
• Lead small group training classes with adults and youth.
• Build relationships with members and provide ongoing support.
• Engage on the wellness floor with demonstrations and orientations.
• Conduct fitness consultations and develop individualized programs.
• Monitor progress and adjust workouts as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe fitness environment and equipment.
• Represent the YMCA with exceptional customer service.

Skills

Personal Training Certification

Group Fitness Experience

Coaching Youth & Adults

Exercise Science Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Greater Beverly YMCA — Beverly, MA 01915

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $27.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Varied

Small Group Personal Trainer – Beverly YMCA

What You'll Do

• Design and deliver personalized one-on-one training sessions based on each member's goals and abilities.


• Lead motivating small group personal training classes for adults and youth, creating safe, effective, and engaging workouts for participants of varying fitness levels.


• Build meaningful relationships with members by providing encouragement, accountability, and ongoing support.


• Engage members on the wellness floor through exercise demonstrations, equipment orientations, and fitness recommendations.


• Conduct complimentary fitness consultations and develop individualized exercise programs.


• Monitor member progress, modify exercises as needed, and celebrate successes along the way.


• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming fitness environment while ensuring equipment is properly maintained.


• Serve as a YMCA ambassador by providing exceptional customer service and creating an inclusive environment where every member feels supported.

What You'll Bring

• Current Personal Training certification (ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent).


• Experience providing one-on-one personal training and/or leading group fitness or small group training.


• Experience or interest in coaching both adult and youth small group fitness classes.


• Strong knowledge of exercise science, strength training, functional movement, and injury prevention.


• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.


• A positive, motivating coaching style with the ability to inspire participants of all ages and fitness levels.

Why You'll Love Working at the YMCA

• FREE YMCA of the North Shore Membership


• Employee discounts on YMCA programs, childcare, and camps.


• Paid training and professional development opportunities.


• Career advancement opportunities across our seven YMCA locations.


• Retirement plan with a 12% employer contribution (once vested—no employee match required).


• Join a mission-driven organization where you'll help individuals and families live healthier lives while making a lasting impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.


• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in physical education or related field preferred.


• Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, and NSPA preferred.


• Create your own schedule! Flexible hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading classes and activities, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.


• Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates.


• Must be able to work outside when weather permits.


• Must be able to stand for long periods.


• Ability to listen, hear, and discern members & program participants' wants, needs, and interests.


• Ability to respond to safety and emergencies.


• Ability to demonstrate equipment used for exercise training.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.