Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer

Grand Lake Health/Premier Health - North YMCA

Celina, OH

Part-Time/Non-Exempt

• $15.65-$20.85/Hourly
• Morning and evening availability needed.

Position Summary

Responsible providing excellent and safe instruction, motivation, and support to participants.

At the YMCA,

• 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.

Essential Functions

• Prepares personalized programs in accordance with YMCA guidelines
• Provides positive and regular feedback to participants
• Directs questions requiring additional expertise or attention to supervisor
• Directs participants to other YMCA classes, programs, and activities
• Finds substitutes according to set procedures
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Communicates and enforces any wellness center rules at participants’ comprehension level.
• Trains participants in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional.
• Watches and corrects participants when exercising in an unsafe manner.
• Educates members on appropriate and comfortable attire for exercising.
• Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Exemplifies a healthy lifestyle.
• Inspects all equipment used for safety hazards, damage or wear.
• Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED required.

A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred.

Certifications which are helpful include Personal Training and Group Exercise Instructor. Need to be certified by a nationally recognized certification agency, as approved by the YMCA of Greater Dayton.

Minimum of six months or more of related fitness experience required and a high level of interest in the fitness field.