How you will contribute to our Purpose:

The Y’s purpose is to strengthen the community. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters. Not only will you have the chance to help children, youth, and adults of all ages reach their potential, you’ll be making a huge difference in your community as well.

As a Personal Trainer, you will play a critical role in teaching participants the benefits of exercise and providing a safe and healthy instructional experience for all. As an organization committed to living our purpose we show up to welcome, connect, support, and invite our participants to connect with each other and the YMCA. The Personal Trainer reports to the Health and Wellness Director.

Pay Rate: pay rates begin at $21-$40 per hour and increase based on years of experience and specialty certifications.

Rewards we offer you:

• Free Household Membership to facilities operated by the YMCA of Austin (worth $1,000 annually)
• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
• Access to 403b savings upon hire
• Learning and development workshops and trainings
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible schedules

What are the details?

• Conduct personal training sessions with members as scheduled.
• Encourage members to learn and understand the benefits of exercise and weight training and provide information about other available programs offered through the YMCA.
• Lead individual or group activities as designated by the Health & Wellness Director.
• Understand and carry out the YMCA Fitness Program objectives.

What you bring to the Purpose:

• Education and Experience: You are a High School graduate or GED equivalent and are a minimum of 18 years of age
• All Personal Trainers must have a current certification from a nationally recognized and NCAA accredited organization.
  • Athletics and Fitness Association of America Personal Fitness Trainer (AFAA)
  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
  • American Council on Exercise (ACE)
  • Cooper Institute is grandfathered in/uses ACE
  • International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA)
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
  • National Council on Strength & Fitness (NSCF)
  • National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT)
  • National Exercise and Sports Trainer Association (NESTA)
  • National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA)
  • National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • World Instructor Training Schools (WITS)
• You commit yourself: to consistently bringing the fun, being positive, engaging, and caring. You understand the importance of routine with children and commit to consistently fulfilling your scheduling requirements
• You have a growth mindset: You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in the effort to continuously improve
• You are a team player: You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
• You are a strong communicator: You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
• You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging: You leverage people’s differences as strengths.

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The YMCA of Austin provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. YMCA of Austin complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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