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Personal Trainer - Culver-Palms Family YMCA

Personal Trainer - Culver-Palms Family YMCA

YMCA of Metropolitan Los AngelesCulver City, CA, US
17 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is a premiere non-profit with twenty-six branches, three camps and over fifty child care sites. It is a collaborative, rewarding environment where staff grow their careers, make an impact in the community, and pursue their passions. We value Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and strive to build high-performing teams across branches.

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic staff to strengthen our impact, empower the community and deliver high-quality programming.

Position Description

The YMCA Personal Trainer is responsible for creating welcoming and supportive environments while providing customized fitness programs for members. Responsibilities include working one-on-one with members, providing personal attention and motivation, instructing members on proper exercise techniques, and designing fitness programs to help members achieve their health and fitness goals.

Qualifications

  • Eighteen years of age or older
  • High school diploma; Bachelor\'s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field preferred
  • Current CPR certification
  • Personal training certificate from a nationally accredited certifying organization (e.g. NASM, NSCA, NCCPT, ACE, AFAA, or ACSM) required. Certifications must be current at time of hire
  • If current non-Y certifications lapse or require renewal / recertification via third-party vendors, staff may keep those certifications at their own expense
  • If staff choose not to keep their non-Y certifications current, they must complete the Y-ACE certifications as a condition of employment
  • Y-ACE has an equivalency certification provision. Anyone holding an equivalent certification from another recognized entity can apply for an equivalency
  • Strong character values
  • Experience in the fitness industry with at least 1 year of one-on-one experience with participants preferred
  • This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check. For more information about E-Verify, visit the E-Verify overview page at https : / / www.e-verify.gov / employees / e-verify-overview

Responsibilities

  • Create a welcoming environment in all YMCA program areas by talking with members and greeting them by name with a smile and eye contact.
  • Conduct personal training appointments with members to help them develop and meet fitness goals. Ensure a client inquiry or follow-up is conducted within 24 hours of receiving a referral and inform the supervisor of the client\'s initial start date.
  • Design personalized programs for members that are customized to meet their unique needs.
  • Motivate and encourage members to meet fitness goals; track progress and modify fitness routines as necessary.
  • Confirm member appointments and follow-up as required.
  • Design a safe and effective 30-minute to 1-hour fitness program. Provide individual instruction, demonstrate proper technique, and adjust weights and cardiovascular equipment as appropriate.
  • Proactively connect with and monitor members to support achievement of their goals and match interests to YMCA programs.
  • Build small communities by facilitating connections between members.
  • Respond promptly and courteously to all member complaints, compliments and inquiries, following appropriate procedures at all times.
  • Interact with members regarding participation in YMCA programs, Annual Support Campaign and Special Events.
  • Provide clear and effective communication with members, staff and the general public. Include session cancellations, rescheduling, and any client-related matters to maintain a satisfactory experience. Administration & Compliance
  • Monitor fitness room to ensure equipment is functioning and kept clean and organized.
  • Model and enforce Code of Conduct and Healthy Living Policies; address member issues as they arise and interpret policies positively to members.
  • Follow administrative processes, maintain accurate and current records per session and participant.
  • Ensure that any paperwork is completed within 5 minutes after the client\'s allotted session.
  • Inform clients that all payments are to be made at the Welcome Center.
  • Keep information organized and participants engaged in the program.

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