Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer Fairborn YMCA Fairborn, OH  Part-Time/Non-Exempt $15.65-$20.85/Hourly
Shifts Available:
Evenings
Weekends
Position Summary: Responsible providing excellent and safe instruction, motivation, and support to participants.   At the YMCA,  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.   Essential Functions:
- Prepares personalized programs in accordance with YMCA guidelines
- Provides positive and regular feedback to participants
- Directs questions requiring additional expertise or attention to supervisor
- Directs participants to other YMCA classes, programs, and activities
- Finds substitutes according to set procedures
- Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
- Communicates and enforces any wellness center rules at participants’ comprehension level.
- Trains participants in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional.
- Watches and corrects participants when exercising in an unsafe manner.
- Educates members on appropriate and comfortable attire for exercising.
- Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance.
- Exemplifies a healthy lifestyle.
- Inspects all equipment used for safety hazards, damage or wear.
- Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up.
  Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED required.
- A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred.
- Certifications which are helpful include Personal Training and Group Exercise Instructor. Need to be certified by a nationally recognized certification agency, as approved by the YMCA of Greater Dayton.
- Minimum of six months or more of related fitness experience required and a high level of interest in the fitness field.