Stretch Specialist

Life Time Inc.; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and/d

401(k) retirement savings with company

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Life Time Inc. is seeking a Personal Training-Hourly Stretch Specialist to support members with branded assisted stretch and recovery sessions, helping them feel and move better.

The role focuses on client education, safety, and delivering superior member experiences aligned with Life Time's standards. Responsibilities include program development, demonstrations, on-floor assistance, service promotion, and maintaining certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certified personal Trainer with CPR/AED certification is required.
• Knowledge of assisted stretching and recovery techniques.
• Ability to guide clients through aerobic activity and dynamic stretches.
• Experience with client program design and goal setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop safe, professional client programs to achieve goals and retention.
• Lead assisted stretch sessions using techniques like PNF and contract-relax.
• Lead recovery sessions with assisted stretching, percussion, and breathing drills.
• Complete training requirements and stay current on certifications.
• Promote stretch sessions and other training services to members.
• Document client programming and ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Personal training

Customer service

Fitness instruction

Recovery techniques

Aerobic activity guidance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified personal Trainer

CPR and AED Certification

Bachelor's in Kinesiology or related field

Assisted Stretching Certification (AIS, FST, or similar)

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

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• 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 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.