Personal Trainer - Independent Contractor

Position Summary

Responsible for providing personal training sessions to members, assisting with daily tasks, and working as a team member to provide an outstanding member experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and private fitness instruction to members and guests desiring a program tailored to specific needs
• Track progress and evaluate physical fitness needs
• Develop programs and exercises that offer optimum results and that are enjoyable to the clientele
• Assist with customer relations as needed
• Motivate members to achieve goals and be more involved in the fitness program
• Provide equipment usage instructions and make any necessary adjustments to equipment
• Communicate and provide guidance for techniques for fitness related questions or concerns
• Provide back up for classes or lessons when needed
• Maintain and organize appearance of fitness studio to keep a neat appearance at all times
• Routine equipment maintenance and cleaning
• Inspect cleanliness of facility and report problems

Education & Work Experience Requirements:

• 3 Years’ experience as a Personal Trainer
• Country Club Experience
• Proven interpersonal communication skills and customer service techniques.
• Ability to function as a team player and through coaching and counseling, bring out the best in his/her staff.
• Must have and maintain current CPR/AED.
• Must have and maintain certification from one or more of the nationally recognized fitness organizations - ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE

Qualifications

• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of all Fitness Center equipment
• Must be sensitive to member/guest aerobics/fitness needs and wellness related issues
• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of the body
• Needs a flexible schedule to workday, night, weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of computer word processing
• Must have flexibility and knowledge to perform a variety of exercises. Physical
• Must present and maintain own example of physical fitness and wellness.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 20lbs overhead, withstand long duration on feet, adaptable to all climates (indoor and outdoor).