Stretch Specialist

Life Time Inc.; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Professional development and training

Job summary

Life Time Inc. is seeking a Personal Training-Hourly Stretch Specialist to support members with branded assisted stretch and recovery sessions. You will build relationships, provide education, and uphold Life Time standards to help members move better and feel healthier.

You will develop safe client programs, lead stretch and recovery sessions, and document progress while pursuing required certifications and ongoing training. Strong customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Personal Trainer credential is required.
• CPR and AED certification is required.
• Assisted stretching certification (AIS, FST, or similar) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops safe, professional client programs to drive goal achievement.
• Leads clients through assisted stretch sessions using PNF and contract-relax methods.
• Leads recovery sessions with assisted stretching, percussion, and breathing drills.
• Participates in required training and certifications relevant to the role.
• Plans and documents client progress and sets stretching goals and plans.
• Promotes stretch sessions and personal training services to members.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Personal Trainer

CPR and AED Certified

Assisted Stretching Certification (AIS, FST, or similar)

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Personal Training-Hourly Stretch Specialist are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships. They will provide branded Assisted Stretch and Recovery sessions to help members feel and move better. They provide a positive member experience that is educational, supporting, and upholds the integrity of the Life Time Brand.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Develops safe, professional, and comprehensive client programs that drive client goal achievement and retention


• Leads clients through assisted stretch sessions using techniques like PNF and contract-relax stretching


• Leads clients through recovery sessions using techniques like assisted stretching, hypervolt percussion, and breathing drills


• Reads, watches, and engages in all required training's associated with the role


• Conducts stretch and recovery demos for new clients including pre-participation screening, Medical History, Lifestyle questionnaire, and goal setting to assess and recommend stretching programs


• Provides fitness floor assistance to all members to ensure safety, provide education, and motivate members


• Promotes and sells stretch session programs and other personal training services


• Completes all administrative requirements associated with each client’s fitness plan


• Remains current on certifications, new trends in the industry, credentials and continuing education to advance throughout the levels program


• Ensures all members feel competent, confident, and connected by providing superior customer service through complimentary and based services/programming


• Documents all aspects of client programming

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED


• Certified personal Trainer


• CPR and AED Certified


• Knowledge of assisted stretching and other recovery techniques


• Ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration of a class and be able to bend, stand, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Requirements

• At least 1 year of personal training experience


• Bachelors degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine or other related field


• Assisted Stretching Certification (AIS, FST, or similar)

Pay

This position will be paid commissions between 10% and 60% depending on the product and the Team Member's productivity. The weekly minimum pay for the position will be at least applicable minimum wage for each hour worked.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership


• Discounts on Life Time products and services


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)


• Training and professional development


• Paid sick leave where required by law

Additional Benefits for Full-time Team Members

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage


• Short term and long term disability insurance


• Life insurance


• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans


• Parental leave and adoption assistance


• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave


• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence(“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.