PERSONAL TRAINER

Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

Part-Time Personal Trainer

Overview of the Job:

Columbia Association (CA) is looking for part-time enthusiastic and business-minded Personal Trainers to join our team! Are you dedicated to health and fitness and thrive on guiding others towards their fitness aspirations? We are searching for personable and driven Personal Trainers to join our team in the Health, Wellness, and Fitness field. In this role, you will have the rewarding opportunity to enhance individuals' lives by supporting their fitness progress and overall health. If you are passionate about fitness and enjoy working closely with clients, we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

· Conduct fitness orientations and consultations to find clients' current fitness levels and set realistic goals

· Create personalized workout programs tailored to individual clients' goals and fitness levels

· Monitor clients' progress and adjust their workout programs as needed.

· Provide ongoing motivation, support, and encouragement to help clients stay focused and committed.

· Participate in community events with CA partners

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· Possession of an NCCA approved certification (i.e., NASM, ACSM, ACE, NSCA or others)

· Applicants must be available 20 hours a week, including weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays

· Strong knowledge of exercise science, anatomy, and physiology

· Personal training experience preferred but not required

· Excellent communication, customer service, and sales skills

· Ability to motivate and inspire clients to achieve their fitness goals with a positive and friendly attitude towards clients and colleagues.

· Current CPR and First Aid certification (on job certification available)

The pay range for this position is $15.00 to $23.15/per hour.  The actual pay rate offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and the amount budgeted for the role. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave. 

Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’s why we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.