Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Summary:

Country Club of Detroit is looking for a Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor for our Fitness Center to perform a variety of customized fitness programs to our members while educating and guiding them on proper nutrition, cardiovascular exercise, resistance training and attaining a healthier lifestyle. We are looking for professionals who are not only passionate about health and fitness but also embody a positive, upbeat, and friendly demeanor.

About Our Organization:

Country Club of Detroit is a fixture in the hospitality, sports, agronomy, and leadership spaces. Our positions are more than jobs. Through opportunities for learning, growth, and connectivity, CCD is dedicated to launching and advancing careers. We are known as an employer of choice in a busy club market. That’s because we’re committed to our professional team. 

• We build and nurture professionals – no matter the role, all CCD employees are trained and supported to perform at the highest professional level, gaining valuable experience that will benefit future positions in any industry
• Our talented team is driven by mission – Across all departments, CCD professionals care deeply for their work and our organization. The club industry is person-centric with a focus on meaningful connections, and that extends to our staff
• Thought leaders are welcome here – throughout our years of creativity and progressive thought, CCD has remained stable and relevant due to our commitment to adapt to changing times while never sacrificing excellence.

Essential Duties:

• Punctual and prepared for all appointments with clients 
• Ability to motivate others to improve their overall fitness and health
• Desire to help clients reach their health and fitness goals through proper cardiovascular, flexibility and resistance exercise
• Knowledge of anatomy, functional exercise, basic nutrition, and basic exercise science
• Ability to design exercise programs tailored to the needs of specific clients/goals
• Ability to demonstrate and teach exercises while providing feedback on technique
• Ability to execute individual fitness program design in a safe and effective manner
• Remains current on certifications and new trends in the industry'
• Demonstrating correct use of all weight and cardiovascular equipment
• Establishing and retaining personal training clientele
• Conducting client consultations and providing exercise and nutritional recommendations
• Maintaining a positive attitude when working with members
• Dressing professionally and adhering to current dress code standards
• Willingness to uphold Company protocol and policies

Minimum Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-year personal training experience, preferred
• CPR Certification, required
• Personal Trainer Certification, required

Working Conditions:

• Gym Facility = Indoor
• Potential exposure to loud noise
• Essential physical requirements include standing, sitting, bending, twisting
• Active position: 

- Standing/Moving = 70% of time

- Sitting = 20% of time

- Bending/Twisting/Kneeling = 10% of time

• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Flexible work schedule, preferred
• Mornings and/or afternoon availability, preferred
• Weekends work, encouraged 
• Ability to work with all varying aged individuals