Experienced Personal Trainer - Beverly YMCA

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Greater Beverly YMCA - Beverly, MA 01915Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $30.00 - $42.00 HourlyJob Shift: VariedPassionate About Fitness? Inspire Others to Live Healthier!

Are you an experienced Personal Trainer who is passionate about health and wellness? Do you thrive on motivating others and helping them reach their fitness goals? Are you looking for a meaningful opportunity with an organization that truly makes an impact in the community? If so, we’d love to connect with you!

The Beverly YMCA is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Personal Trainer to deliver high-quality, results-driven training in our state-of-the-art fitness facility. In this role, you will partner with members to create personalized fitness plans, coach proper technique, and provide the motivation and accountability needed to support long-term success.

What You’ll Do:

Engage and support members on the fitness floor through exercise demonstrations, equipment guidance, and individualized recommendations.

Deliver one-on-one and small-group training sessions tailored to members’ goals, abilities, and experience levels.

Conduct complimentary fitness consultations and assessments to help members get started and stay motivated.

Monitor workouts, offering modifications and support to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming fitness environment and ensure equipment is used properly.

Serve as a positive ambassador for the Y by greeting members, answering questions, and fostering an inclusive, supportive atmosphere.

What You Bring:

Certified Personal Trainer (ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent) with prior hands-on experience in personal and/or group training.

Strong understanding of exercise science, strength training, and safe progression techniques.

Proven ability to assess client needs and create customized, results-oriented fitness programs.

A passion for coaching, accountability, and helping individuals of all backgrounds succeed.

Join a team where your expertise truly matters—helping people build healthier habits while being part of a welcoming, mission-driven community. Apply today!

Why Work for the Y?

At the YMCA, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a difference.

Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs

Paid training and professional development

Opportunities for career advancement across seven YMCA locations

Retirement plan with a 12% company contribution (once vested; no match required)

Be part of a team that supports your career, health, and well-being—while making a positive impact in your community every day!
Qualifications
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in physical education or related field preferred
Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, and NSPA 
Create your own schedule! Flexible hours
Make sure you fill out all the questions!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading classes and activities, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting
Must be able to lift 45-pound weight plates
Must be able to work outside when weather permits 
Must be able to stand for long periods
Ability to listen, hear, and discern members & program participants' wants, needs, and interests  
Ability to respond to safety and emergencies
Ability to demonstrate equipment used for exercise training

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.