Personal Trainer

The Ocean Community YMCA's Westerly-Pawcatuck Branch is currently hiring Personal Trainers to join their team. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $40.00 per hour. Hours are flexible and based on client needs.

As a Personal Trainer at the YMCA, you’ll motivate, support, and guide individuals on their fitness journeys—helping them build strength, confidence, and healthier habits. You will work one‑on‑one with clients to create personalized fitness programs that reflect their goals and YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

• Conduct fitness assessments and goal-setting consultations
• Design and deliver personalized workout plans
• Monitor client progress and adapt programs as needed
• Demonstrate safe equipment use and proper form
• Provide encouragement, accountability, and respectful coaching
• Maintain accurate session records and client notes
• Promote YMCA programs and support a positive fitness environment
• Follow all YMCA safety and health policies

• Current Personal Training Certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA)
• Current CPR/AED Certification (YMCA willing to train)
• Strong interpersonal and motivational skills
• Ability to adapt training styles to diverse client needs and abilities
• Experience in a fitness, wellness, or health-related setting preferred

• Competitive wage
• Free individual YMCA membership
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to participate in retirement plan upon hire
• Access to continuing education and training
• Work in a mission-driven environment
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on community wellness

Apply online today to inspire strength, build confidence, and change lives, one client at a time.

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