Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in exercise science or other relevant health and wellness profession (OR) Certification as a personal trainer fitness instructor or Certified strength and conditioning specialist(CSCS) from a regionally recognized and third party accredited certification organization (i.e. ACE ACSM NASM NSCA)
- American Heart Association BLS required within 7 days of hire maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
- Prior experience as a personal trainer or fitness instructor
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- 13 years experience as a personal trainer or fitness instructor preferred
- Able to work during peak hours which may include mornings and evenings
- Comprehensive understanding of current health and fitness standards and principles
- Extensive knowledge of health and fitness equipment
Job Summary
Conducts fitness assessments personal training sessions performance training sessions and/or sport specific analysis through oneonone appointments and group appointments.
Job Specific Duties
- Instructs and demonstrates to pediatric clients the proper use of cardiovascular and strength equipment.
- Promotes safe technique and form when weight training; emphasizes fitness area policies and conduct.
- Develops unique and individualized programs that ensure client safety satisfaction and enhancement of personal fitness goals.
- Educates members and demonstrates proper use of equipment and fitness techniques related to strength training conditioning injury prevention and sports medicine.
- Educates members and/or guests on NCHS policies and procedures.
- Ensures all equipment is functioning properly and safely by maintaining and cleaning the machines.
- Evaluates individuals abilities needs and physical conditions to develop suitable training program to meet any special requirements. Discusses health and fitness goals.
- Maintains detailed and accurate records of client information; provides regular weekly appointment schedule.
- Conducts special pediatric screenings including; ACL Running Overhead Athlete Golf and Dance screenings. Identifies high risk athletes and implements appropriate program to reduce risk.
- Properly utilizes motion analysis equipment to implement ACL Overhead Athlete and Dance screenings and tracks results and progress accordingly.
- Develops and instructs fitness and performance exercise plans for personal and group participants. Assesses and tracks development reevaluating as necessary.