Job Description

Position

: Personal Trainer

Location

: 1 Donald Street, Ottawa

Category

: Full-time Availability (Fee-for-Service)

Connecting the community through Sport, Wellness, and Leisure in the heart of the city.

Rideau Sports Centre

is a recreation centre open to the public; an inclusive space for people of all ages, sports, abilities, and demographics, which is located on the banks of the Rideau River.

We're looking for a Personal Trainer with variable schedule requirements. The Personal Trainer will carry out tasks, including client outreach, fitness assessments, and developing unique workout programs tailored to each client's needs. They will have the expertise to explain and demonstrate exercises safely and clearly, while keeping their clients motivated and empowered. If you are enthusiastic about the world of fitness and want to make an impact on people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional Personal Training service to meet the diverse needs of new and existing clients, using strong interpersonal skills and engagement. Proactively convert introductory assessments into long-term training relationships and manage personal client scheduling. Conduct Personal Training sessions and offer suggestions, encouragement, and feedback throughout the session. Track client progress through regular review of programming and consistent movement assessments. Actively walk the property and engage with members to generate leads and build a personal client book of business. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and promote Rideau Sports Centre programs, products, and services to club members. Stays current on Personal Training, nutrition, fitness strategies, and techniques. Tracks and achieves performance metrics. Maintain and upgrade certifications to provide the highest level of service to clients. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education related to the health and fitness industry (Kinesiology or Physical Education) or equivalent combination of education and high-level experience. 1+ years of related Personal Training experience. Successful completion of a nationally recognized Personal Training Certification Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C/AED is required and must be maintained through employment. Successful completion of a background check. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Bilingualism is considered an asset

Skills Required:

Program Design: Periodization and corrective exercise. Technical: Functional movement screening, Demonstration, and Cueing. Business: Consultative sales, Computer proficiency, Entrepreneurial mindset. Soft Skills: Motivational interviewing, Adaptability, Strong interpersonal skills.

Compensation Range:

$35 - 50/hour (for one-hour personal training sessions)

Rideau Sports Centre

is an inclusive employer in every way, and we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please notify the hiring manager, and we will work with you to mutually address your needs.

We thank everyone who applies; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00-$50.00 per hour

Work Location: In person