Personal Trainer

YMCA of Greater Boston
Waltham, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Personal Trainer Job Description

The community of the YMCA has a demand for passionate leaders that want to help transform lives. Our philosophy around personal training takes a holistic approach and focuses on the whole person including mind, body, and spirit. YMCA Trainers aim to provide an exceptional experience with the lasting impact of helping others achieve their goals. We want you to create lasting relationships and help build a community of empowered members through healthy living.



Key Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Supports the Mission and Vision of the YMCA and builds community.
  • Builds a personal training clientele to include one-on-one and small group training.
  • Demonstrates clear explanations and exercise material with proper form and technique.
  • Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance.
  • Participates in Trainer Education Lectures for members.
  • Tracks client progress.
  • Follows up with each client in a timely manner and on a regularly scheduled basis.
  • Meets or exceeds monthly personal training session goals as determined by the Health and Wellness Director.
  • Actively promotes personal training services to members through outreach, demonstrations, and events.
  • Operates all equipment properly and promptly reports any problems.
  • Availability to work shifts on gym floor as support staff as needed.
  • Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports, as necessary.
  • Attends necessary trainings and meetings, as scheduled. Participates in YMCA-sponsored training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and maintain certifications.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Requirements:

  • Two or Four-year degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred but not required.
  • Nationally accredited certification (preferred: NSCA, ACSM, NASM)
  • Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
  • Possess an enthusiastic, passionate, friendly, and ambitious personality
  • Demonstrated ability to perform fitness assessments and to teach progressive exercise programs that are focused on member’s goals
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques
  • Ability to create and monitor safe and effective exercise programs for individuals, as well as recognize a member’s potential and limitations
  • Ability to sell the value and life changing experience of personal training to members
  • Ability to use member management software to track clients and communicate effectively.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for members of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
  • Must be reliable, dependable, flexible, and adaptable
  • Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making.?
  • Great communication skills
  • Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
Benefits

Why work at the Y?

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

  • Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
  • Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
  • Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
  • Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
  • A healthy work/life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
  • FREE YMCA Membership for you.
  • Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
  • Discounted or FREE family membership.
  • Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
  • Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)

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Posted 2026-05-15

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