Personal Trainer

We are looking for individuals to join our Fitness team, who are passionate about fitness and delivering exceptional results to clients. Our Personal Training Staff are the “nuts and bolts” of the Fitness and Lifestyle department, providing fitness knowledge, advice and guidance to Trent students and Members.

**Primary Responsibilities**:
Well-educated in the areas of human anatomy and physiology. Trainers perform physical assessments on new clients and decide on specific goals that the client should accomplish over the course of the training period. Trainers need to be able to display clear knowledge of designing and directing workout programs that are tailored to the client's needs and goals, teach and demonstrate the use of gym equipment, observe the client as he exercises and correct any improper techniques, maintain equipment, administer first-aid if necessary and, in some cases, advise the client in improving lifestyle and diet choices.

**Responsibilities**:

- Ensure that Trent students and community members receive an outstanding experience by providing a friendly and welcoming environment. This includes proactively greeting every individual and maintaining knowledge of programs, services, and processes.
- Respond to student/member inquiries and provide education and support on new reopening protocols, including: online workout booking system; wayfinding and traffic flow with the Athletics Centre; cleaning protocols; and physical distancing.
- Maintain the aesthetic quality of the Athletics Centre and fitness areas, keeping Fit Desk and storage area neat and clean; pick up and organize exercise equipment; perform washroom and change room checks and do spot cleaning as needed. Clean and sanitize exercise equipment and associated touchpoints. Use cleaning and sanitizing materials in accordance with University health and safety policies.
- Assess the needs and capabilities of individuals through fitness assessment procedures;
- Advise individuals on the correct method and use of exercise machines and devices including weights;
- Develop individual exercise programs for individuals based on age and fitness levels;
- Provide instruction in a variety of fitness activities including non-gym related activities;
- Motivate clients to work to his/her maximum and safe potential for the entire workout;
- Assure all exercises are done with proper form and technique maximizing results;
- Help clients develop realistic, attainable goals and continually modifying training objectives;
- Schedule appointments and present personal training options with prospective members;
- Other tasks as assigned;

**Qualifications**:

- Current CPR/AED certifications.
- Current Personal Training Certification.
- Exceptional customer service.
- Fitness Instructor Certification and/or experience instructing fitness classes (bootcamp, spin, HIIT etc.) would be an asset.

**TRAINING REQURED**:All training must be complete prior to starting first shift and the cost of training is the responsibility of employee.
- Police Record Check
- First Aid/CPR and AED
- Ministry of Labour Health and Safety Worker Awareness Training
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Training
- WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Training
- AODA Customer Service Training
- AODA - Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Training
- Information Security and Privacy Training
- Concussion Awareness Training

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.55-$25.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

**Experience**:

- personal training: 1 year (preferred)
- Fitness Class Instruction: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Fitness Instructor Certification (preferred)
- Personal Training Certitication (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-09-30