Personal Trainer

Job Category: Health & Fitness Program Delivery

Requisition Number: PERSO
005831

• Posted :
  January 30, 2026
• Part-Time

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The Steve & Sally Stavro YMCA H&F Centre
907 Kingston Rd
Toronto, ON M4E, CAN

Location:

The Steve and Sally Stavro Family YMCA

Employment Type:

Contract Hourly - 6 months (Existing Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated

Start Date:

March 1, 2026

Final date to receive applications:
February 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Be the Spark! Join our Health & Fitness Team , where you will personally be a part of making our community a better place to live!

The Person al Trainer provides one-on-one specialized training in the form of personal training. This position may also provide program coverage when required in all areas of Individual Conditioning (Fitness Assessment, Small Group Program delivery, Individual Program Design, Free Weight and Conditioning Room Orientations, etc.) and assists in all Health and Fitness program areas ensuring that all members have a positive experience in a safe, friendly and welcoming environment.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver Personal Training sessions in small group and one-on-one format in a manner that is consistent with YMCA standards, mission, values, goals and practices, including Priority Sam Standards
• Ensure appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and monitored to ensure safe and effective member and volunteer participation
• Prepare and set up program equipment/rooms and cleans and tidies up equipment/rooms after use, reporting any repairs to supervisor
• Organize and administer a case management approach in managing relationships with participants and ensures they are comfortable and successful in the program to assist them to achieve their personal health goals
• Utilize systems and technologies available in the YMCA to deliver Personal Training and track required information
• Provide reports and additional information to supervisor when requested
• Manage client and potential client communication in a timely and professional manner, adhering to best practices as determined by YMCA policies and procedures
• Build relationship with members and seeks opportunities to share the YMCA story and educates members and guests on the YMCA as a Charity
• Ensure qualifications and certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times
• Is available for the minimum required commitment of hours as determined by the supervisor based on centre needs
• Actively participates in scheduled training, meetings and special events
• In collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers and YMCA program staff, assists and encourages program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at this location
• Perform other related duties to fulfill commitment to quality programs for all members as assigned from time to time by supervisor

You bring:

• Personal Trainer and/or YMCA Personal Training Certification (or equivalent)
• Diploma in Health Education or equivalent an asset
• Previous experience in developing individual fitness programs and coaching individuals to achieve results. Sales and/or customer service experience, preferably in a membership/client based environment an asset
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR required
• Certified Fitness Consultant (CFC) an asset
• Ability to instruct various group fitness classes an asset
• Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
• Ability to encourage and motivate members, and volunteers, acknowledge and appreciate achievements and contributions
• Flexibility regarding work schedules, including days, evenings and weekends
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
• YMCA
  
  Competencies:
  
  Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

See what you can expect from the YMCA here .

Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together , which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel…