Role OverviewThe Specialty Fitness Trainer designs and leads individual and group fitness programs requiring advanced, specialty, or nationally recognized certifications. This position delivers safe, effective, and progressive instruction using specialized training methods, therapeutic movement principles, or licensed fitness formats.
What You Will Do
Plan and lead specialized fitness classes and training sessions in accordance with current certification standards and nationally recognized guidelines. Deliver instruction in accordance with national licensing standards, certification requirements, and brand guidelines.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must maintain active certification and continuing education requirements. Must be physically capable of demonstrating exercises and leading classes. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and flexible schedules.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Hold at least ONE nationally recognized Specialty Fitness Certification relevant to assigned program
- CPR and First Aid certification required
- Demonstrated experience leading group fitness classes
- Ability to safely instruct and manage participants in a group setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate and engage diverse populations
- One (1) or more years of specialty fitness instruction experience
- Experience working in a community fitness or recreation environment
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Benefits
- Free membership to any of our YWCA locations
- Indoor heated pools open year-round for water aerobics
- Two locations offering lap swimming (East and Central)
- Access to weight rooms and cardio equipment at all locations
- Fitness classes including Yoga, Pilates, Aquacise, and Zumba
- YWCA Membership and Program Discounts
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