Personal Trainer

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Health, Wellness, the Personal Trainer will design a personal and individualized wellness program for the member he/she is working with. The Person al Trainer will represent the Old Colony Y in a positive, professional manner resulting in friendly, convenient and courteous service. The Person al Trainer will be responsible for providing individualized service suited for the member’s personal needs and goals.

The Person al Trainer will uphold the employee code of conduct and will ensure that all areas of the job responsibilities reflect the mission of the Old Colony Y. The Person al Trainer will display and encourage the character traits of caring, responsibility, honesty and respect in the fulfillment of all job duties.

• Associate/Bachelor Degree in exercise science or related field, and one national certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, advanced YMCA certification), and 6 months previous practical/relevant experience in the field
• Two national certifications (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, YMCA), and 2 years previous practical/relevant experience in the field.
• YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within one year of employment.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Obtain additional required YMCA certifications/other certifications as needed.
• Maintain minimum hours as Fitness/Aerobic Instructor as required by supervisor.
• Wear appropriate staff attire.
• Ability to bend, kneel, move, or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, move, carry 45 lbs.; and ability to occasionally lift, move, carry weights in excess of 45 lbs. alone or with assistance.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other