Wellness Personal Trainer – Build Strong Communities

YMC; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility within our Wellness program. Working under the Wellness Director, you will motivate and educate fitness members on safe strength training practices.

You will design personalized 30-minute to 1-hour sessions, supervise workouts, and promote training services while maintaining a welcoming, clean wellness environment. Commitment to safety and ongoing learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• New Staff Orientation required within 90 days of hire.
• Child Abuse Prevention Training required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in fitness instruction required.
• Personal Training certification required to train.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Interpersonal communication skills required.
• Ability to work with youth and adults from beginner to advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Design safe and effective 30 minute to 1-hour personal training programs for individuals.
• Instruct members in strength training principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Teach members proper and preferred use of all strength training equipment.
• Inform members of new safety and effectiveness information.
• Provide individual supervision and reinforcement during training sessions.
• Promote Personal Training through personal example and member interaction.
• Help maintain a neat, clean wellness floor environment.
• Attend scheduled Personal Trainer staff meetings and workshops.
• Stay current on fitness concepts and ideas.
• Attend continuing education courses and mandatory trainings.

Skills

Fitness instruction

Personal Training certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

YMCA is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility within our Wellness program. Working under the Wellness Director, you will motivate and educate fitness members on safe strength training practices.

You will design personalized 30-minute to 1-hour sessions, supervise workouts, and promote training services while maintaining a welcoming, clean wellness environment. Commitment to safety and ongoing learning is essential.