Personal Trainer

Job description

Description The Personal Trainer is responsible for instructing, motivating and coaching individual member clients or groups in personalized exercise plans. Trainers maintain and provide a professional and confidential relationship in which the participant will be instructed on the benefits of exercise and the proper use of exercise equipment. Personal Trainers must provide excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. KNOW-HOW - Know and understand all CPR, AED and Emergency Building procedures to properly handle an emergency situation an initiate the necessary emergency procedures when applicable. - A basic understanding of exercise physiology and the proper use of cardiovascular and strength training equipment. - Minimum of a high school education with a recognized personal trainer certification OR a 4-year college degree in exercise science (or similar field) and a recognized personal trainer certification to be obtained within the first 3 months of employment. - National recognized personal training certification. Acceptable certifications include but are...