Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer / Strength Training Specialist

Position: Full time, Permanent

OneUp Fitness | Bedford, Nova Scotia

What is OneUp?

OneUp Fitness is a local, owner operated, top tier, boutique personal training studio that was established in 2014. We deliver high-end, evidence based resistance training workouts that consistently deliver excellent results to our clients in a very efficient manner.

Our Mission

"Our mission is to help people age well and improve their quality of life through a 30 minute, evidence based and personalized strength training program."

We're looking for someone who:

• is a passionate professional who will deliver excellent 1 to 1 personal training sessions
• loves to teach others about strength, fitness and healthy aging
• is upbeat and has a positive outlook
• demonstrates the ability to listen and receive feedback;
• can be open to and contribute to new ideas;
• can learn new information and implement it into practice;
• Integrates our unique practices and collaborates within our team; be a 'team player'
• demonstrates an excellent ability to communicate honestly
• will adopt OneUp Fitness' training principles as their own, thus 'walking the talk'
• consistently strives to deliver the best client experience with every training session

Clientele / Target Demographic

Our clients, on average, are between the ages of 40 and 90 and they value professionalism, accountability, efficiency and long-term health and wellness over trends and fads. They are looking to build strength, maintain muscle and lean tissue, and maintain a healthy lifestyle as they age.

Required Qualifications

• Formal education in exercise science (Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Human Kinetics, etc)
• Strong communication skills
• Professional, reliable, and client-focused
• Comfortable working within a team and on their own

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification / continued education in personal training
• Experience with 1-on-1 personal training
• Interest in long-term client development (not quick transformations)

General Trainer Responsibilities

• Conduct initial fitness consultations for prospective clients
• Complete sales transactions for fitness packages and services
• Deliver 1 to 1, 30-minute personal training sessions in a semi-private studio with innovative equipment
• Develop personalized workout plans based on client goals, fitness levels, and abilities
• Monitor client progress; deliver regular feedback; make necessary modifications
• Educate clients on proper exercise theory, techniques and form
• Apply progressive, evidence-based resistance training practices that align with OneUp's principles of training
• Build strong, professional relationships with long-term clients
• Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and social events
• Manage your client caseload and scheduling
• Conduct health and fitness assessments and offer advice to lead a healthy lifestyle

Compensation & Schedule

We offer competitive compensation for trainers through an hourly wage and performance based commissions. We also offer a comprehensive health benefits package; a group retirement savings plan; paid time off, liability insurance, on-site training, a certification in specialized strength training and usage of our facilities for your own personal fitness benefits.

This is a full time and permanent position for a professional who wishes to grow in the field of personal training with a passion for strength training in order to help people age well and lead a high quality of life.

If you are interested in learning more or would like to apply for this position please send your resume and a short letter explaining why you feel this position may be a great fit for you to:

Matt Mombourquette, B.Sc.Kin

Owner / Head Personal Trainer

OneUp Fitness

Down to a Science

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Location:

• Bedford, NS (preferred)

Work Location: In person