Fitness Coach 1 – #4616 – S

• Be outgoing and welcoming to all members, guests, staff and volunteers
• Provide fitness instruction/coaching in both one-on-one and small group formats; deliver service as part of the YMCA of Niagara Fitness Program
• Maintain positive relationships with members through ongoing connections
• Coach, support and encourage members to reach their fitness goals
• Orient all new members to the YMCA programs and services available to them
• Accountable for pre and post appointment calls
• Engage and connect with new members to ensure that available appointments are booked whenever possible
• Build relationships with members in order to optimize members’ experience and help them to achieve their health and fitness goals
• Provide facilitation for group programs (YMCA Kick Start program, Fitness Orientations, Youth Orientations, etc.)
• Accountable for following systems, practices and targets which support Member Retention
• Monitor member development and progress. Provide feedback to the member that is strength based and specific to the member goals
• Approach members and assist them with their fitness progress
• Maintain and update Member Fitness Records
• Ensure a safe, clean and well maintained environment
• Maintain SAM 2.1 Standards
• Adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara
• Provide nutrition advice based on Canada’s Food Guide
• Promote and be familiar with all YMCA programs and services
• Other duties as required

*Successful candidates with Personal Training experience or Group Fitness Qualifications will have the opportunity to apply to be a YMCA Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor, depending on individual branch needs.

• Minimum of Secondary School Graduation is required
• YMCA Canada IC2 or equivalent required
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-(C) certification
• Current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening [Within 1 year from date of issue] will be required upon hiring
• Able to lift 45 lbs. or greater

*Note: Applicant with other recognized national fitness certifications may challenge the YMCA Basic Theory and Individual Conditioning 2 exams, and complete a Practical Evaluation to receive equivalency. A passing grade of 80% is required for all components as well as a minimum score of
2.5 on the practical evaluation.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume along with documentation to verify completion of (or in process of completing) Standard First Aid/CPR(C) by noon on April 18th, 2018 to:

E: yjobs@niagara.ymca.ca F: (905) 735-2299

Please indicate position and branch/cities applying for in the subject line of your email. Internal applicants are expected to notify their supervisor before applying. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.
For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara please visit: ymcaofniagara.org