Stretch Specialist

Life Time Inc.; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

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 help members feel and move better, build relationships, and provide education aligned with Life Time's brand.

Responsibilities include designing client programs, leading stretch and recovery sessions, promoting services, and maintaining client documentation while staying current on industry certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified personal trainer
• CPR and AED certified
• Knowledge of assisted stretching and recovery techniques
• Ability to perform aerobic activity for the duration of a class and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Develop safe, professional client programs to drive goal achievement
• Lead clients through assisted stretch sessions using PNF and contract-relax methods
• Lead recovery sessions with assisted stretching, Hypervolt percussion, and breathing drills
• Participate in required training and stay current on certifications
• Promote stretch session programs and other personal training services
• Document all aspects of client programming
• Provide fitness floor assistance for safety, education, and motivation
• Complete administrative requirements for each client’s fitness plan
• Deliver superior customer service and stay connected with members

Skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

CPR and AED certification

Assisted Stretching Certification (AIS, FST, or similar)

Job description

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)

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.