Personal Wellness Coach — Help Members Thrive

YMCA; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

10% employer-funded retirement plan

403(b) retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking a Personal Wellness Trainer to guide members on their wellness journey. You will listen to goals, create personalized exercise plans, and encourage progress through sustainable habits.

Responsibilities include conducting wellness assessments, designing safe programs, tracking progress, and building lasting client relationships. This role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and ongoing certification maintenance in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Nationally recognized personal training certification required.
• YMCA Fitness Specialist, ACSM certification, or equivalent required.
• At least one year of personal training experience required.
• Knowledge of strength equipment and safe exercise practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wellness assessments and help members establish meaningful goals.
• Design safe, personalized exercise programs.
• Track member progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Build genuine relationships that motivate members.
• Develop and maintain a personal wellness training client base.
• Promote safe use of equipment and uphold safety standards.
• Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing training.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all members.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Knowledge of strength equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/AED certification

Nationally recognized personal training certification

YMCA Fitness Specialist or ACSM certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking a Personal Wellness Trainer to guide members on their wellness journey. You will listen to goals, create personalized exercise plans, and encourage progress through sustainable habits.

Responsibilities include conducting wellness assessments, designing safe programs, tracking progress, and building lasting client relationships. This role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and ongoing certification maintenance in a welcoming environment.