Private Trainers

 

PRIVATE TRAINER/PROGRAM DIRECTOR

 

 

REPORTS TO:   Fitness Manager, Assistant Fitness Manager

 

OVERVIEW:   Design and monitor safe, effective and results oriented fitness programs and eating strategies; supervise the fitness area to insure proper use of equipment and a high level of member service.  Maintain strong sales productivity and consistent client base.



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

PROGRAMMING

w  Document member information accurately, neatly, completely, and in a timely manner.

w  Follow company protocol for greeting, goal setting, health history, assessments, program design and documentation.

w  Promote, design and instruct proper eating strategies following PTS guidelines.

w  Develop safe and effective exercise programs utilizing progression; programs are consistent with member?s goals/needs.

w  Demonstrate and instruct proper use of equipment with regard to muscle stabilization, body alignment and execution.

w  Give clear, concise instruction before and during activity.

 

SALES

w  Consistently demonstrate a sales through service philosophy.

w  Demonstrate effective sales skills by determining wants and needs, build rapport and customize presentation. 

w  Take a proactive approach to client retention by developing solid relationships and serving each member above and beyond expectations.

w  Maintain good sales production for private training, PTS and other fitness services.

w  Maintain a minimum of 20 hours per week with the majority of hours from PT sessions.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

w  Continuously circulate throughout the gym, spend the appropriate time with each member, provide form corrections/spots, answer questions, and schedule appointments.

w  Utilize thank-you cards, make consistent follow-up calls, review and update workout cards.

w  Promote all Club services and programs.

w  Maintain fitness area in a clean and orderly fashion by racking dumbbells, barbells and plates; picking up towels, newspapers and trash.

w  Report any unsafe or hazardous conditions observed in the gym including equipment (especially cables), carpet, mirrors, etc.

w  Incorporate safety awareness into daily activities.

w  Complete paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

w  Enforce member policies and procedures.

w  Attend all staff workshops and meetings.

w  All other duties as assigned.

 

MEMBER SERVICE

w  Demonstrate an approachable, service oriented, friendly, outgoing demeanor at all times, establish solid member relationships.

w  Respond to member?s questions and concerns in a timely, professional manner.

w  Demonstrate understanding of all points outlined in the Company Member Service Standards.

w  Demonstrate awareness of the importance of membership sales and member retention.

w  Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times,

w  Demonstrate the values presented in our Company philosophy statements.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

w  NASM CPT certification required.  New hires must complete this requirement within six months of hire date.

w  ACE, NSCA or ACSM, or NASM Certification and/or a degree in progress in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sports Medicine; or equivalent preferred.

w  Current CPR Certification.

w  Practical experience in the field.

w  Knowledge of current fitness trends and safety practices.

w  Flexible schedule.  Capable of maintaining a minimum of 20 hours per week with the majority of hours coming from private training sessions.

w  Sharp athletic personal image, maintain regular conditioning program.

w  Prefer ability to program for the following special populations

w  De-conditioned

w  Children

w  Orthopedic & Medical Conditions

w  Seniors

w  Sports specific

w  Sales experience preferred.

 

 

 

 

Thinking & Reasoning

w  General intelligence and decision-making skills.

w  Excellent human relations, communications, and member service skills.

w  Cooperative and friendly attitude.

w  Ability to work in groups, occasionally under pressure.

w  Continuous interaction with members, employees, and managers.

w  Ability to exhibit enthusiasm for the job, the Club, the Company.

w  Creative thinking, implementation & promotion of new and existing programs.

 

Physical Activities

w  Requires a wide range of constant physical activities, including but not limited to: sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, pushing, pulling, and reaching.

w  Frequent repetitive movements.

w  Frequent movement, lifting or carrying of weights in accordance with members? abilities.

w  Requires close, distance, peripheral vision and depth perception

 

Physical Environment

w  Frequent use and demonstration of fitness machines and equipment.

w  Continuous exposure to moderate noise