Personal Trainer
2/27/2026
The Personal Trainer is responsible for providing professional one-on-one training services, developing personalized fitness routines to meet member goals, and building strong relationships to maintain a solid client base. This role also involves designing and leading specialty programs, assisting with membership sales, and ensuring all areas are kept clean and presentable.
Salary
25 - 31.82 USD
Working Hours
25 hours/week
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Description
This position is for our Mary Free Bed YMCA
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Personal Trainer provides professional and educated one-on-one training service to members and develops fitness routines that will satisfy member goals. The position is responsible for building a strong network of relationships with members, growing and maintaining a solid client base for personal training, and designing, implementing, and leading specialty programs as needed. This position may involve early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities. Hours will vary based on client needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops fitness regimens to meet member needs
- Supports members in fitness routine
- Demonstrates proper equipment use and exercise form
- Monitors members on fitness equipment
- Audits member progress
- Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
- Assist in touring prospective members, selling memberships, and bridging members into programs and services offered by the Health and Wellness department
- Provides outstanding member service
- Stays current with advances in the health and wellness field
Performs any other functions deemed necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.
COMPENSATION
$25.00 - $31.82 ; Part Time, Non Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)
BENEFITS
- Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
- Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
- Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
- Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university; degrees in anatomy, kinesiology, exercise science, or biomechanics preferred or one to two years fitness, instructional, or personal training experience required.
- Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
- Experience working with the senior population, preferred.
- Ability to actively take part and lead fitness activities.
- Must take part in and pass the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids’ Wellness Employee Quality Assessment (WEQA).
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (required)
- First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
- AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
- Blood Borne Pathogen training
- State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
- NASM, NSCA, NCSF, ACE, YMCAPT, ACSM, or ISSA certification, required
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TRAVEL
0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.
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