Personal Trainer/ Group Class Instructor

Job Summary Ensure members have a safe, challenging, and enjoyable workout experience by having a positive attitude, knowing and demonstrating the proper training techniques for all machines and for personal workout programs. Administer CPR and first aid as needed, deliver top quality service, use the members’ names whenever possible, anticipate the members’ needs, and be a team player, including working the front desk, if needed.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Be punctual at all times and arrive to work on time, consistently
• Perform all opening or closing duties as assigned
• Greet members by name whenever possible
• Initiate, demonstrate and chart personalized programs for new members and members new to the Fitness Center
• Recommend and design programs for specific needs and fitness goals of members
• Periodically check member files to monitor progress or non-progress.
• Assist members with workout routine, offering training advice and corrections when applicable
• Act as “spotter” when necessary
• Do blood pressure and heart rate checks, as needed
• Keep work area neat, clean and orderly to include maintaining equipment; inspecting, dusting, cleaning and lubricating regularly
• Give out towels, keys, and water to members
• Answer phone, forward calls or take messages and deliver to the appropriate person
• Organize, file and ensure all personal training paperwork is available
• Maintain all logs and files
• Learn POS (Point Of Sale) computer system, ring in all sales
• Sign in new members
• Compile sign-in and recap sheets
• Perform other jobs that will assist in delivering quality member service as assigned by the Fitness Director or Assistant Fitness Director

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Certified in CPR and First Aid
• Personal Training Certification (at least one)
• Experience in a Fitness Center (6 months or more preferred)
• Thorough knowledge of physical fitness, including proper and safe training methods and routines
• Working knowledge of all fitness equipment and accompanying safety features
• Ability to demonstrate proper use of machines, free weight and aerobic equipment
• Ability to create individualized fitness programs
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include weekends and holidays
• Ability to read, write, speak, follow and give written and/or oral instructions in English
• Ability to lift, carry and move a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to work on feet, moving about at a quick pace for several hours at a time
• High standards of integrity and reliability
• Successful completion of drug testing
• U.S. citizenship or valid work visa and passport