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Greater Wichita YMCA*

Personal Trainer

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What they do

A Personal Trainer or Fitness Instructor develops customized exercise and fitness programs for clients. Reviews health and fitness goals, teaches correct and safe exercise technique, monitors progress and provides encouragement for clients. Leads fitness and exercise classes at a community center, club or pool. Teaches aerobics, water, strength building or other exercises and maintains equipment.

$47,313 / year median in Kansas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Category:
WELLNESS
Under the direction of the Fitness/Wellness Director, the Personal Trainer will increase member retention by way of creating a welcoming environment for all YMCA members in the wellness center through member engagement, guidance and support. The Personal Trainer will aid members in lifestyle coaching and fitness-related change through goal setting and equipment orientation.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
Responsible for accurately assessing blood pressure and other biometric measures for participants and be able to determine when participants need medical clearance to participate in exercise. Responsible for administering system-specific Personal Training Appointments under the guidelines, philosophy and standards set forth by the Greater Wichita YMCA. Responsible for following basic principles of strength and conditioning, consistently complying with guidelines set by the YMCA and ACSM. Responsible for giving and documenting a free program demo to a member when an appointment is a no-show/cancellation or clocking-out until another appointment is held. Responsible for refraining from writing diets, prescribing supplements or diagnosing/curing any type of injury or illness; always referring members to a doctor when needed health or well-being is questioned. Remaining alert to the condition of equipment, performing regular equipment safety checks and promptly reporting any concerns to Fitness/Wellness Director. Executing emergency action plan procedures. Responsible for refraining from spending time at the fitness desk, unless taking a few minutes to check emails or return calls. Enforcing wellness center guidelines and policies. Seeking to learn members' names and develop meaningful relationships. Arriving no less than five (5) minutes before start of shift and being prepared for appointments. Always being in dress code (tucked in red shirt, black pants or shorts, clean tennis shoes, name tag). Before any expected absences, finding a substitute to cover your appointments, while communicating all subs and days gone to both members (clients) and your supervisor both verbally and in writing. Limiting personal conversations between personal trainers when on fitness floor or while on duty. Refraining from cell phone usage while on the fitness floor (zero tolerance). Always carrying a clip board and having workout plans ready for appointments. Attending all required trainings, and strive to attend all supplemental and optional trainings offered by the Greater Wichita YMCA. Maintaining all required training and safety certifications by attending required CEC sessions and/or recertification sessions. Staying current with trends in the field and exercise industry. Participating in Strong Community Campaign fundraising efforts. All other duties as assigned.
EFFECT ON END RESULT
Ensuring a positive, safe and enjoyable exercise environment for all members (new, returning and existing) by being part of a team whose goal is to ensure a safe and enjoyable exercise experience for all YMCA members and program participants. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account