Personal Trainers / Group Fitness Instructors

YWCA Mission: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.  

Position Summary: Personal Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors create energy and motivation to support a YWCA member's journey through wellness at the YWCA. They help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members to access wellness and achieve their goals. Candidates may apply to provide services as a Personal Trainer, a Group Fitness Instructor, or both. Personal Trainers and Group Instructors operate as independent contractors.

Mission Alignment: The YWCA of Asheville and WNC is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Our goal is for the YWCA’s mission to be embedded in every aspect of programming, including our approach to the health and wellness programming in our classes. The ideal candidate for this position has a passion for social and racial justice, along with an understanding of the role that a holistic approach to health and wellness is an integral aspect of freedom, dignity, and justice for all.

Expanded Service Opportunities

• In addition to personal training and standard class instruction, roles for specialized movement instruction and educational workshops are also available for interested contractors.

Operational Contract Requirements

Contractors must log hours of service, report participant attendance, and regularly respond to emails from YWCA staff regarding schedule logistics.

Required Skills

• Excellent punctuality for the precise start and end of scheduled sessions.
• Adaptability in scheduling sessions and class times.

Education Requirements and Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities:

• Current Accredited Personal Training Certification
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or immediately attainable
• The YWCA offers professional development opportunities for ongoing learning and growth of trauma-informed skills and best practices.

Working Conditions: Offer instruction in fitness classes that require physical activity for more than an hour at a time. 

Pay Rate: $30-$40/hour contract rate based on experience, certifications, and role.

Role Type: 1099 Contract, Onsite

YWCA Commitment to Equal Opportunity

The YWCA fosters a team environment and seeks employees who are dedicated to promoting our mission:  eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YWCA Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As such, in compliance with and as required by federal and state law, all applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.