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GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA
Personal Trainer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$58,762 / year median in New Jersey
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Description An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org Demonstrates, instructs, and monitors clientele's use of cardio, strength, and flexibility equipment to ensure safety Actively role models and assists all YMCA members with safe use of equipment and workout tips to encourage new sales of personal training packages Promotes and sells personal training packages and consistently seeks to grow their clientele base Completes all administrative requirements associated with each client's fitness plan including the electronic logging and reconciliation of training packages in our system Appointment King (will train) Renews personal training certification regularly, seeks to remain relevant in training programs, and maintains a personal fitness brand that role models full body wellness Ensures all members feel competent, welcomed, included, and connected by providing superior member service Assesses clientele goals, medical history, and current fitness status and self develops relevant training programs that help clients reach their unique goals that you help them set. This job is fully on-site, not remote. Requirements Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent (formal education in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, or Kinesiology preferred) Must actively workout and maintain your own fitness program Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, etc.)