Personal Trainer - Red Deer

JOB SUMMARY

The Personal Trainer's purpose is to build a client base that contributes to departmental revenues by maintaining an existing client base, marketing programs and services, reaching sales targets, and utilizing the highest quality of customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a personal commitment to meeting the needs and goals of members and guests.
• Demonstrate correct use of all weight and cardiovascular equipment.
• Conduct client interviews and council members on exercise recommendations based on fitness evaluations as well as member's needs and goals.
• Conduct a minimum of 25 personal training sessions per week (average) after 120 days of employment.
• Perform a customer service role by assisting members in monitoring their exercise programs, encouraging members to reach their fitness and wellness goals, and handling member concerns and complaints quickly and effectively.
• Actively market and promote personal training to acquire new members and retain existing members.
• Encourage members to take advantage of other club services and programs.
• Actively work towards personal and team sales targets
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Personal Trainers must be able to manage time effectively and stay organized.
• Must be able to market personal training and obtain clients. Strong sales skills is an asset.
• The job calls for an understanding but firm approach to individual clients.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Must have a minimum of one year of education in the field of exercise science or a related field and at least one year's experience in a similar position;

or a Bachelor degree in a related science; or a combination of education and experience.

• Nationally recognized personal training certification is a requirement.
• Must have current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (must be obtained within 60 days of hire)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The Personal Trainer must be able to physically or verbally demonstrate proper usage of all equipment and exercises.
• The Personal Trainer must be available many times of the day upon starting out in order to obtain and train clients.
• Will need to work irregular hours (including evenings and weekends) in order to accommodate client's work schedules.
• The Personal Trainer must be able to work, complete tasks, and remain efficient without supervision.
• There are additional opportunities for health benefits and sales target bonuses.

Work Remotely