Personal Trainer - Burlington, Canada - YMCA of Oakville

YMCA of Oakville

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Burlington, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you strive to help others become healthier, happier, and stronger? Do you cheer your clients on every step of the way? Are you looking for a workplace that offers you the opportunity to make a positive difference in your community?

If so, the YMCA of Oakville is the place for you

We are looking for highly motivated, values driven team players to join our Health and Fitness team.

Nature and Scope:

The YMCA of Oakville is a charitable organization committed to strengthening the community in spirit, mind, and body.

Our health, fitness, and aquatics programs are thoughtfully designed to empower people of all ages and stages to achieve their personal health goals and optimum fitness and wellbeing.

We uphold the YMCA National Certification Standards, ensuring the highest level of staff training and qualifications, as well as program design and delivery.

When you become part of the YMCA, you join a family dedicated to creating meaningful connections with members and participants, fostering a healthier community.

As a Personal Trainer at the YMCA, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and values-based training sessions to members who have purchased additional services.

Location:
Peter Gilgan Family YMCA, 410 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario.

Hours of Work:
Part-Time, 10-20 hrs per week. Flexible shifts, including mornings, daytime, evenings, and weekends.

Opportunities:

In addition to Personal Training, there are possibilities for the Personal Trainer to work additional hours as a wellness coach and, if qualified, a group fitness instructor.

Salary & Benefits:

Hourly rate: $22.39/hour.
A complimentary YMCA membership, encouraging you to embrace the Y's philosophy of health and wellbeing.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Immediate enrollment in our EAP (Employee Assistance Program), providing you and your immediate family members access to various physical and mental health and wellness resources.

Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver effective, safe, and enjoyable health and fitness programs, actively coaching YMCA members to achieve their personal health and wellness goals.
Create safe cardio and strength programs based on clients' wants and goals, considering any injuries or medical conditions they may have.
Listen to clients' goals, needs, and wants, and implement them in their programs.
Develop unique, effective, and safe cardio and strength programs for clients who have purchased Personal Training Packages.
Train clients oneonone or in small groups, as specified by their purchased package.
Ensure client retention by providing excellent Personal Training and Customer Service, encouraging package renewals.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of anatomy, exercise physiology, and program design to ensure safe and effective programs for clients.
Provide new member orientations and assist them in becoming familiar with equipment on the floor.
Embody the YMCA's vision by fostering meaningful, longlasting relationships with members through purposeful interactions.
Act as an Ambassador for the YMCA, consistently providing excellent membership service and support.
Support and assist in adult center program development.
Assist in the planning and coordination of adultoriented special events and other activities.
Continuously challenge the status quo to develop innovative and enjoyable programs and services in alignment with the Y's mission and budget.
Respond promptly to inquiries regarding fitness programs, serving as an Ambassador of the Wellness Department with excellent membership service and support.
Maintain high member retention by proactively establishing and maintaining member relationships and individual coaching.
Track and report training sessions to the Team Leader.
Promote, sell, and deliver Personal Training to members.
Adhere to Adult HFA Policy, Child Protection Policy, health, and safety procedures.
Actively participate in our "Clean Culture" by continuously cleaning and disinfecting equipment and surfaces.
Monitor equipment to maintain safety within the Wellness Center, reporting any defects or breakdowns immediately to the Supervisor and Manager of Building Services.

Requirements:

Training or postsecondary education in Exercise Science, Recreation Management, Kinesiology designation, and/or Physical Education is preferred.
YMCA Fitness Leader Certification.
YMCA Individual Conditioning Certification.
YMCA or recognized Personal Trainer Certification.
CPFLA CFC-PT.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Minimum 6 months experience working as a fitness instructor, coach, or personal trainer.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Current Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

The position requires the following

Association Core Competencies:
Quality focus, Relationship building and