About this role
About the Role Abilene Christian University is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer at the SRWC in Abilene, TX. The role involves building clientele, conducting fitness assessments, offering free intro sessions for first-time clients, and designing safe and effective workout programs, while upholding SRWC policies and supporting ACU's Christian mission.
What You'll Do
- Enforce SRWC policies and procedures; ensure confidentiality of client information and contact SRWC staff if policy enforcement is challenging.
- Ensure clients have paid for services after the free assessment and before the first session; record and maintain training records using Fusion Software.
- Design safe and effective training programs for clients with varying levels of fitness; provide a customer-friendly experience.
- Coordinate with SRWC senior staff; report equipment issues, accidents, or injuries; assist with other duties as assigned by the Director of Facility Operations.
- Communicate with clients to schedule free assessments and sessions; help with any necessary meetings.
What We're Looking For
- Professional: Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Nutrition, or related field preferred; Personal Training certification required; NASM certification preferred.
- Current First Aid/CPR and AED certification (American Red Cross) required.
- Ability to design individual and group training programs; strong attention to detail and safety.
- Mobility and ability to lift heavy weights; proficient with gym software (Fusion); ability to enforce policies and maintain confidentiality.
Nice to Have
- NASM certification (preferred)
- Familiarity with SRWC policies and processes
- Experience in customer service and working with diverse clients
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation varies by session: Free sessions paid at $8 per session; paid sessions range from $15-$30 per session. All amounts are in USD.