Personal Trainer

We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a growing, dynamic organization and their community significantly.

Pay is $30-$40 per hour depending on qualifications/certifications for classes and $20 per hour for administrative tasks and training 

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements safe, effective and enjoyable fitness programs that will meet the unique needs and wants of each member.


• Plans and instructs individuals, small groups or classes with a personalized approach following YMCA standards and guidelines.


• Contacts members on a regular basis to follow-up on progression of their fitness program.


• Keeps accurate records of members’ progress.


• Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates members to commit to long term participation.


• Ensures safe and effective workouts. Responds to, and reports, accidents, incidents, and equipment problems.


• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Maintains current certifications.


• Supports the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent with at least a year of Personal Training experience.


• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.


• Personal Training Certification Required (NASM, ACSM, ACE, or AFAA) at time of hire.


• Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy.


• Ability to motivate and lead members. - Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.


• Ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages.

Child Abuse Prevention - Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: 

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor


• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children


• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor


• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required