Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach (Flexible Hours)

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Onley (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of South Hampton Roads is seeking a Personal Trainer to empower members to reach fitness goals through customized programs, motivation, and accountability within a supportive community. You’ll help people at all levels pursue wellness and lasting change.

As a coach and mentor in a cause-driven organization, you’ll work with a team dedicated to strengthening communities. Flexible hours and opportunities for growth are offered as part of a dynamic fitness team.

Qualifications

• Current Personal Training Certification from a nationally recognized organization (NCAA Accreditation).
• Knowledge of strength/free weight and cardiovascular equipment, general strength training principles, appropriate exercise modifications for special populations and basic nutrition.
• YMCA certificates to include: YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning (recommended)
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality member service. Helps all members and educates YMCA members about exercise principles, nutrition basics and other wellness and fitness-related topics, in alignment with YMCA teachings and best practices.
• Engages in the members’ workouts and provides constructive feedback to maximize wellness and fitness gains.
• Conducts baseline fitness assessments on members.
• Uses Listen First skills to assist YMCA members in determining their long and short-term wellness goals.
• Provides encouragement to members to help them meet their wellness goals and continue with their programs.

Skills

Member service

Fitness coaching

Education

Personal Training Certification (NCAA Accredited)

CPR/First Aid/AED/O2

YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles

YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning

Job description

YMCA of South Hampton Roads is seeking a Personal Trainer to empower members to reach fitness goals through customized programs, motivation, and accountability within a supportive community. You’ll help people at all levels pursue wellness and lasting change.

As a coach and mentor in a cause-driven organization, you’ll work with a team dedicated to strengthening communities. Flexible hours and opportunities for growth are offered as part of a dynamic fitness team.