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The fitness trainer is responsible for instructing participants on exercise techniques, monitoring progress, and developing personalized training programs. They must also ensure facility safety, enforce regulations, and provide first aid when necessary.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent and possess or obtain a professional certification. Prior experience in retail customer service or fitness instruction is required or preferred.
Education
- high school
- associate degree
- professional certificate
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Fitness training
- Customer service
- Exercise instruction
- Safety enforcement
- First aid
- Injury management
- Program development
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Equipment maintenance
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Free black card membership
- Exercise incentives
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Sports & Recreation
- Customer Service & Support
- Retail
Keywords
- Fitness Trainer
- Customer Service
- Retail
- CPR
- AED
- Exercise Equipment
- Safety Rules
- First Aid
- Physical Exertion
- Training Programs
- Member Satisfaction
- Ignite Fitness Holdings
- Planet Fitness
- Private Equity
- Inventory Management
Original job description
Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Job DetailsJob Location: Saskatoon - Saskatoon, SK S7J 2G2Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School or EquivalentTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Fixed ScheduleJob Category: Customer ServicePlanet 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 job 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.
Weekday 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
CPR/AED Certification 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 coach members. If not currently certified, a group course is provided and completion is required within the first few months of employment.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Company contribution towards health benefits (Applicable for Full Time Positions)
Paid Time Off benefits (Applicable for Full Time Positions)
Free Black Card membership and fun exercise incentives
Planet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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