Personal Trainer

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is seeking an enthusiastic Personal Trainer to motivate, inspire, and expertly guide our clients to achieve their fitness goals. Your main responsibilities include consulting with clients to develop training plans for them, instructing them on proper technique, motivating them to push themselves harder, and providing them with constant support and constructive feedback.

To be a successful Personal Trainer, you should have advanced knowledge of a variety of exercise techniques and how each one works to improve the body. Top candidates will also have an empathetic attitude, able to understand each client's individual goals, emotions, and needs.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Personal Trainer will safely design and implement appropriate individual fitness programs for clients. To educate, stimulate, motivate, and promote adherence to a healthy lifestyle. Personal trainers are responsible for educating clients and enforcing policies regarding safe and proper use of equipment. Individuals holding this position must be able to develop, document, and implement one-on-one, partner, or group workout programs that match the needs and goals of clients. This person must be able to instruct clients on basic exercise physiology and inform them of proper lifting and exercise techniques. This person will have knowledge of all fitness floor policies and be able to communicate to a diverse group of patrons why the policies are in place.

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PERSONAL TRAINER:

• Administer Jump Start consultations to YMCA Members
• Within 90 days of hire, consistently instructs 5 - 9 paid client sessions per week minimum, generated through one on one, 30 minutes, or small group training
• Conduct one on one, 30-minute, small group, and/or group training workouts
• Help drive the usage of our technology-based platforms
• Interpret assessment results to clients and based on evaluation and client's goals,
• Design and implement Fitness Programs
• Effectively communicate prices of Personal Training options that align with members goals
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs
• Attend staff meetings as directed

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS OF A PERSONAL TRAINER:

• Certified in one or more of the following: ACE – CPT, NETA – CPT, AFAA CPT, Cooper Institute – CPT, IFPA – CPT, NASM or equivalency
• Averaging 5-9 paid personal training sessions a week (1 hr., ½ hr., small group training)
• Successful completion of online or in class required certifications
• Minimum of 1 year in health and fitness field
• Sales Experience preferred
• Available to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays 

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

• Free Family Membership 
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time