About this opportunity
Ymcaeastbay lists this Personal Trainer opportunity in berkeley, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking energetic, outgoing team players to provide expert fitness instruction and personal attention to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment. Our awesome fitness staff works with a diverse population every day to promote health and wellness and support the fitness goals of all our members.
POSITION SUMMARY
These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Policies and Mission of the YMCA of the East Bay. The Personal Trainer Provides expert fitness instruction and personal attention to members in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Help clients set and meet specific goals to improve their fitness by designing and implementing customized personal training programs based on the specific needs of the client.
Demonstrate proper, safe and effective exercise technique, as well as provide feedback, corrections, and modifications to accommodate differing fitness levels and injuries/medical conditions.
Communicate and coordinate with clients and respond to inquiries. Market the personal training program as required to members and meet program goals.
Maintain working knowledge of fitness trends and equipment to provide effective information and support to members.
Maintain safe fitness center environment and report damaged equipment.
Maintain accurate records as required.
Maintain all relevant certifications, including first aid related and professional exercise certifications.
Maintain professional appearance and a healthy lifestyle.
Actively participate in workshops, trainings and staff meetings as directed by the supervisor.
Follow all YMCA policies and procedures, such as emergency respondent protocol.
Support special events, assist in other areas, and perform other duties as required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physically perform all skills required of a personal trainer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Meet and maintain the strength and lifting requirements as required by a personal trainer
Mobility to respond quickly to an emergency
Ability to project, communicate, and queue effectively
QUALIFICATIONS
Current certification(s) from a relevant nationally recognized personal training organization, such as ACSM, NASM, ACE and/or YMCA equivalent
One year of fitness related experience
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, such as Red Cross and American Heart Association
Ability to teach and design programs using free weights, variable resistance, flexibility exercise and cardiovascular equipment
Completion of YMCA program-specific and trainer certifications must be accomplished within 60 days of hire
Ability to relate effectively to diverse people from all social and economic segments of the community
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other computer programs necessary to perform the duties of the job
At least 18 years of age
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Worksite address
berkeley, CA, 94709, US
Who can apply
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