Personal Trainer
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Job Description:
YouFit Life is a private personal training studio based out of Lakeview. Our focus is the client aka YouFitter’s unique needs towards their health and fitness goals. Trainers at YouFit Life work with the YouFitter to design a specialty program, which includes three focus areas — self-care, nutrition, and exercise.
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At YouFit Life, we believe Form is Everything, and we ensure YouFitters know how to do it, where to feel it, and how to fix it. Using our apps, we stay connected with the YouFitters to provide guidance in and out of the studio.
Primary Purpose of Position
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Reporting to the Owner/Head Trainer, the Personal Trainer will provide guidance, direction, and support to the YouFit clients to educate and support their health and fitness goals that align with YouFit Life practices and methodology. This is a permanent part-time Calgary-based position, working towards a full-time position. This position will be responsible for various tasks including but not limited to:
Roles and Responsibilities
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Educating and promoting a holistic health and fitness lifestyle
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Teaching and advocating for self-care techniques, proper movement and form, in relation to the clients health and fitness goals
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Creating personalized programs using the Trainerize app in advance of client’s sessions as well as client homework
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Demonstrating, teaching, and providing guidance to help clients perform proper movement of exercises
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Communicating in ways that work best for the client
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Spotting and educating clients to maintain a safe training environment for everyone
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Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the studio before, during, and after all session
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Adding and re-newing memberships to the YouFit Life community
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Responsible for administrative tasks, i.e., creating client programs/exercises, scheduling, time sheet, and session tracking.
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Meeting with clients on a weekly basis to discuss and review goals, workouts, program plan, and nutrition
Position Knowledge, Skills and Experience
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A collaborative team player with excellent communication, influence, and leadership skills
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Proficient computer skills and knowledge in the Google Applications (Google Doc, Sheets, Drive)
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Ability to work independently, teach, assess, and monitor clients’ movements
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Strong ability to be proactive and take initiative to identify and address improvements or needs
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Punctual and present
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Learn YouFit Life’s methodology and introduce into client’s practice
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Strong problem-solving skills to fix improper movements on the spot, aches and pains, etc.
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Maintain an engaging, professional, and positive attitude while performing a session
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High level of integrity in all actions, complying with and promoting the company’s core values, a respectful workplace environment, and aligning with the code of business conduct
Qualifications
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Minimum of 1 to 4 years of personal training experience
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Personal Training diploma
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Must have valid CSEP-CPT Certification
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Must have a valid First Aid Certification
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Must be legally qualified to work in Canada
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BENEFITS OF JOINING:
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Learn and gain knowledge and mentorship from the owner/head trainer
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Gain partial financial support for learning and development, i.e., CSEP-CPT designation
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Gain free personal access to the studio and apps, i.e., Trainerize
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Receive discounts on products
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Build lasting connections within the YouFit Life Community
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Come join the YouFitter Community!
To apply, submit your resume and cover letter to admin@youfitlife.com. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you in advance for your interest.
At YouFit Life, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.