Personal Trainer

Personal TrainerThe Personal Trainer will be responsible for understanding the proper use of and provide safe and effective instruction of selectorized, free weight, and cardiovascular exercise equipment. With regard to standardized exercise recommendation, maintain an understanding of current research and technology, in accordance with the principles of the YMCA. The Personal Trainer will give fair and equal treatment to all clients, while maintaining confidentiality of verbal and written information about the individual. Trainers will maintain a safe, enjoyable atmosphere for members while upholding the principles and philosophy of the YMCA.Responsibilities:Develops and creates relationships with members. Visualize and assist in meeting the demands of the membership and provide a warm and welcoming environmentProvides personal training and customized programming to membersEffectively designs programs based on individual member needs, goals and professional guidelinesEnsures training sessions are paid and registered for before start of session and ensures clients are scheduled for the appropriate sessions (Clients paying for one on one sessions are seen one on one, clients paying for group sessions are grouped with a minimum of one other client)Practices thorough teaching principles and provides appropriate safety information to aid in the prevention of injuriesProvides proper instruction and motivation for participants at all levels of skill and fitness levelsEducates participants of the risks, limitations, and benefits of exercises being performedAlways works only within scope of qualifications and maintains confidentiality of member information at all timesEducates the members on new programs, volunteer and fundraising opportunitiesUses the YMCA's philosophy of helping each person achieve his or her personal best through proper training and educational opportunitiesCompletes an appropriate Incident/Accident report for injuries, confrontations, or other situations immediately after they occurred. Turn in the report immediately to the appropriate supervisorKnows and enforces facility rulesTeaches and performs weight room etiquette including: wiping down equipment after usage, re-racking weights, sharing of equipment, not sitting on machines between sets, etc. You may have to pick up weight room items left by others.Understands it is against YMCA policy to accept direct payment/compensation from clients for your servicesFollows the appropriate appearance policy for the YMCA and the specific area (YMCA staff shirt should be worn at all times)Attends all staff meetingsKnows the YMCA mission statement and exemplifies the YMCA Core Values at all timesOther reasonable duties may be assigned that meet work experience and training by supervisor.Requirements:Must be at least 18 years of ageCompletion of at least 3 years of High School or equivalentApproved Certification from a national organization (ACE, NASM, ACSM, AFAA, etc.) or YMCA Strength and Conditioning and maintain current certification thereafter.Recommended: College degree in a health-related fieldCurrent CPR/AED and First Aid certification or obtain certification within the first 60 days of employment and maintain current certificationMake decisions and judgmentsAnswer questions or refer to the appropriate personAbility to maintain a positive attitude towards all membersAbility to cooperate and work well with other staff and participantsHigh degree of positive energy to motivate participantsWorking knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principlesKnowledge of personal training strategies and understanding of current research and technologyMaintain a knowledge base of resistance training principlesSpeak and See ClearlyBend/stoop/twist/run/walk/climb/kneel/push/pull/jumpStand for extended periods of timeSpeak fluent EnglishLift up to 50lbsAbility to work with a diverse population and abilityComfortable working with cleaning chemicalsAble to assist participants when needed