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Personal Trainer

As a YMCA Personal Trainer, you will be responsible for creating and delivering personalized fitness programs that inspire and motivate members to achieve their health and wellness goals. You will play a key role in member engagement, retention, and satisfaction by providing high-quality training services and maintaining a welcoming and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members.
• Offer continuous motivation, support, and accountability.
• Conduct fitness assessments to establish baseline measurements and identify member goals.
• Provide follow-up consultations to monitor progress and adjust programs.
• Design and implement personalized training programs based on individual needs, preferences, and fitness levels.
• Ensure the fitness area is clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Follow all YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety.
• Respond to and report any accidents or incidents promptly.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field preferred.
• Nationally recognized personal training certification (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM) required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required (or willingness to obtain within the first 30 days of employment).

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to design and implement effective and engaging fitness programs.
• Knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, and nutrition.
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals of all fitness levels.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Physical ability to demonstrate exercises, lift and carry fitness equipment, and assist members with physical activities.

Mission:

To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Areas of Impact:

The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include:

• Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential.
• Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being.
• Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities.

Our 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.

Make a difference. Work at the Y.

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