Harvard Recreation, managed by HealthFitness, is looking for a certified Personal Trainer to deliver 1-1 and buddy personal training sessions.
Personal Trainer - Cambridge, MA
Come join our team & positively impact the Harvard community in a full-time role!
Our Personal Trainers are true professionals. Their sole responsibility is to design customized workout programs and train our members based on their needs. You will be responsible for conducting fitness testing and assessments, advising participants of results, providing one-on-one personal training to members participating in the program, and educating them about the fundamentals of strength and cardiovascular training, as well as the proper and safe use of applicable equipment.
Full-time trainers are expected to reach 30 hours/week or 6 hours/day. As a new trainer, floor hours are required to reach 6 hours/day until a full schedule of clients (30 hours) is reached and worked consistently.
Role Requirements:
- Current Personal Training certification from an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved provider. (Minimum one year of Personal Training experience preferred)
- Current Adult First Aid & CPR/AED certifications (obtain in-person or blended) from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute.
- Ability to navigate electronic onboarding and timecard systems required.
Ideal applicants may also have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology, or related discipline.
- Proficiency at fitness assessments and strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others
- Ability to personalize participant programs to meet individual needs in a safe and effective manner
- Ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.
Compensation: $38-45/hour during personal training. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications