Personal Trainer

at  YMCA of Greater Brandywine

Named a 2024 Top Workplace in the Philadelphia Inquirer, we are a diverse community joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.
With more than 60,000 members across Chester County, our programs and facilities are always based on the unique needs and interests of the communities we serve. In addition, our volunteers, staff, members and donors are all united by a deep commitment to continually strengthen Chester County.
Job Title: Personal Trainer
Branch: West Chester YMCA
Pay Class: Part Time
Shifts: Various
Rate: $18.00-$20.00
About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: Named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Position Purpose: Develop and conduct personal training sessions for YMCA members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of basic and advanced exercise principles required
• Strong interest in health and fitness; work towards a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or health-related preferred
• Possess and maintain a personal training certification from a nationally accredited association. Approved organizations/certifications: AAI (Personal Fitness Certified Trainer), AFPA (CPT), IFPA (APF)
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

• Conduct personal training sessions and fitness assessments as scheduled and aid in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner.
• Communicate with current and potential personal training clients in a timely fashion.
• Follow YMCA of Greater Brandywine guidelines for screening personal training clients.
• Report to scheduled sessions on time and be available to aid.
• Ensure that proper exercise techniques are utilized by all members.
• Report any mechanical or breakdown problems immediately to supervisor and document on maintenance log book.
• Encourage members to wipe down vinyl seating of strength and cardiovascular equipment and benches after use during orientation and training sessions as well as general use.
• Solicit members to participate in personal training program.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Understand, follow and enforce all wellness center and staff policies.
• Participate in special events and open houses throughout the year.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.