Personal Trainer - Rite Hite YMCA

Under the direction of the Fitness Director, and in harmony with the Christian nature, purposes, established policies and goals of the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee, the Personal Trainer will be responsible for Fitness testing, and the design and implementation of Fitness Programs on a one-to-one basis to healthy individuals.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up; we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Pay Rate:

Personal trainers are paid a base rate of $12/hr and a training bonus while working with clients. With the bonus, trainers can make $20-$32/hr when working with clients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluate current fitness levels of clients.
• Interpret results of fitness assessment to help clients establish personalized goals.
• Design and implement fitness programs specific to individual skill levels, adjusting program as needed.Observe and “spot” clients during individual workout to promote safe and effective exercise techniques.
• Provide basic diet and nutritional counseling.
• Schedule and confirm appointments with clients.Maintain records of workouts, to be used later in evaluating progress.
• Check in with clients throughout training sessions to follow up on progress.
• Stay current with the field of personal training and fitness trends for professional growth through study and conference attendance.
• Promote and market the personal training program.
• Perform all other duties, as from time to time, be assigned by the supervisor.
• Employees are held responsible for the duties of the job.
• Responsible for strict adherence to all branch/department policies and procedures related to safety and conduct rules and other regulations.
• Be committed to the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee’s Child Abuse/Neglect Prevention efforts as a mandatory reporter.

• The Personal Trainer must be certified as a Personal Trainer by a recognized organization and have a current CPR certification.
• The Personal Trainer must also have 1 to 2 years of fitness related experience along with a professional level of knowledge necessary for developing safe and effective exercise programs for clients.
• This person should also have a wide variety of skills in physical education and knowledge in the areas of nutrition, kinesiology, anatomy, exercise physiology, health screening, exercise prescription, and understanding of program design along with being able to communicate the specific program to their clients.
• Being able to see clients and good motivational techniques is essential.
• Personal Trainer must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, and lift heavy weights.
• The incumbent will exhibit the core values in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.