Personal Trainer
University of Tulsa Portal
On-site
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
Health and Wellness
Job Description
Position Summary Personal trainers deliver positive fitness experiences and quality personal training sessions leading to client acquisition and retention. Wage: $20+ per session, based on certification and experience. Duties and Responsibilities Provide excellent personal training to University of Tulsa students and members of Campus Recreation: Create a climate that supports building healthy relationships between clients and their bodies. Prepare and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on clients’ goals that include appropriate exercise selection and teaching healthy lifestyle habits. Provide general nutritional information, staying within the personal trainer’s scope of practice, and refer clients to additional resources as appropriate. Be knowledgeable about all of the healthy, active activities offered by Campus Recreation and refer them to personal training clients. Set expectations and hold clients accountable through goal setting and assessment. Demonstrate and cue safe and proper exercise technique to clients. Arrive on time, prepared, enthusiastic and attentive for every training session. Set an example by abiding by all Collins Fitness Center rules when utilizing the fitness floor. Complete personal training log neatly and legibly for every training session with every client. Maintain client records and additional documentation with the fitness administration. Maintain communication and professionalism at all times: Respond to all e-mails and communication in a timely fashion. Keep fitness administration informed of changes in contact information and availability. Deliver appropriate levels of communication with clients outside of training sessions regarding scheduling, motivation, homework and other training-related topics. Dress as a fitness professional. Additional information Clients are distributed among the personal training staff based on the availability of both the trainer and potential clients, specialties and client needs and goals.
Physical Demands
Physical Fitness and Stamina : Personal trainers need to demonstrate exercises, correct clients’ techniques, and participate in fitness activities. Lifting Heavy Weights : As part of their duties, personal trainers may need to lift heavy weights during training sessions. Squatting, Bending, and Reaching : Personal trainers often demonstrate exercises and assist clients with proper form, which involves squatting, bending, and reaching. Prolonged Standing and Walking : They spend significant time on their feet, whether supervising workouts or conducting training sessions.
Required Qualifications
Position prerequisites and requirements Hold a nationally recognized Personal Training certification from ACSM , NSCA , ACE , NASM or NCSF . Must obtain CPR / AED and First Aid certification before employment begins and maintain certification throughout employment. Upon review of application/resume, applicant may be invited for an audition/mock client session and interview to determine hiring. Knowledge, skills and abilities Excellent time management and organizational skills along with interpersonal, verbal, and written skills Ability to research and find evidence-based practices in relation to health and fitness guidelines Ability to handle situations tactfully, fair, efficient and friendly when dealing with clients, patrons, and co-workers
Preferred Qualifications
None
Position Summary Personal trainers deliver positive fitness experiences and quality personal training sessions leading to client acquisition and retention. Wage: $20+ per session, based on certification and experience. Duties and Responsibilities Provide excellent personal training to University of Tulsa students and members of Campus Recreation: Create a climate that supports building healthy relationships between clients and their bodies. Prepare and deliver comprehensive fitness programs based on clients’ goals that include appropriate exercise selection and teaching healthy lifestyle habits. Provide general nutritional information, staying within the personal trainer’s scope of practice, and refer clients to additional resources as appropriate. Be knowledgeable about all of the healthy, active activities offered by Campus Recreation and refer them to personal training clients. Set expectations and hold clients accountable through goal setting and assessment. Demonstrate and cue safe and proper exercise technique to clients. Arrive on time, prepared, enthusiastic and attentive for every training session. Set an example by abiding by all Collins Fitness Center rules when utilizing the fitness floor. Complete personal training log neatly and legibly for every training session with every client. Maintain client records and additional documentation with the fitness administration. Maintain communication and professionalism at all times: Respond to all e-mails and communication in a timely fashion. Keep fitness administration informed of changes in contact information and availability. Deliver appropriate levels of communication with clients outside of training sessions regarding scheduling, motivation, homework and other training-related topics. Dress as a fitness professional. Additional information Clients are distributed among the personal training staff based on the availability of both the trainer and potential clients, specialties and client needs and goals.
Physical Demands
Physical Fitness and Stamina : Personal trainers need to demonstrate exercises, correct clients’ techniques, and participate in fitness activities. Lifting Heavy Weights : As part of their duties, personal trainers may need to lift heavy weights during training sessions. Squatting, Bending, and Reaching : Personal trainers often demonstrate exercises and assist clients with proper form, which involves squatting, bending, and reaching. Prolonged Standing and Walking : They spend significant time on their feet, whether supervising workouts or conducting training sessions.
Required Qualifications
Position prerequisites and requirements Hold a nationally recognized Personal Training certification from ACSM , NSCA , ACE , NASM or NCSF . Must obtain CPR / AED and First Aid certification before employment begins and maintain certification throughout employment. Upon review of application/resume, applicant may be invited for an audition/mock client session and interview to determine hiring. Knowledge, skills and abilities Excellent time management and organizational skills along with interpersonal, verbal, and written skills Ability to research and find evidence-based practices in relation to health and fitness guidelines Ability to handle situations tactfully, fair, efficient and friendly when dealing with clients, patrons, and co-workers
Preferred Qualifications
None