Fitness Trainer - Southbury, CT / New Haven County
Planet Fitness, a private equity backed fitness retailer, is seeking candidates for the role of a Fitness Trainer.
The Fitness Trainer is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite Fitness Holdings-Planet Fitness Mission, Vision and Values.
The Fitness Instructor must be adept at balancing multiple tasks with a friendly, courteous demeanor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement;
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines;
Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion;
Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements;
Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed;
Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment;
Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.
Hours (Initial training hours may vary as well as when the needs of the facility change)
Discuss your availability with the Hiring Manager and/or notate it on your application.
Hours based on club needs.
Skills
Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift
Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds from ground to overhead up to 30 minutes of workday (i.
e.
, assisting in stocking/maintaining inventory levels) with appropriate safety equipment
Ability to occasionally bend at waist with some twisting up to one hour of workday
Minimum Qualifications
18 years old or older
A High School Diploma or Equivalent required, Associates degree preferred
Six months face to face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1-year Fitness experience preferred
Bilingual a plus
Certification is required to assist and couch members.
If not currently certified, a group course is provided, and completion required within the first few months of employment.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Company contribution towards health benefits that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD and Critical Illness (applicable to Full Time employees)
Paid Time Off benefits (applicable to Full Time employees)
Planet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer