Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Fitness Trainer that will be responsible for leading Athletic Republic’s training classes. The Trainer must have experience in training youth and teen athletes and adults, a basic understanding of human physiology, and the energy / passion to motivate a group of young athletes who want to improve their speed and athletic performance, as well as adults interested in moving better, feeling better looking better and getting better.
This is a full-time position based in the Athletic Republic Springfield training center located at 7401 Fullerton Rd Springfield VA 22153.
Company Description
Athletic Republic is a leading sports performance training company with 70 locations throughout the US. Our mission is to help athletes of all ages ‘transform potential in performance.’ For the youth and teen athlete we develop an athletes’ fundamental movement skills of speed, power, agility and efficiency, and the functional movement skills that will allow them to improve their game day / race day performance, we also keep them in the game by reducing the risk of injury, instill a confidence that allows the athlete to push beyond comfort, the courage to challenge fear, and the resiliency to overcome adversity ... so they may achieve their goals! For the adults looking to improve their fitness and conditioning, we offer small group training classes and individualized training that accommodates their limitations, while pushing them to achieve their fitness goals.
Specific Responsibilities:
◦ Lead AR training classes during morning, afternoon and evening hours, and on Saturday mornings.
◦ Utilize AR training protocols and adjust daily workouts to emphasize metabolic and neurologic development, while offering individual athletes exercise modifications to accommodate any injury or issue.
◦ Become familiar with all aspects of the AR training program, including the scheduling and point-of-sale system, digital protocol delivery, proper coaching techniques, and the AR Athlete Management System for managing athlete development to deliver an outstanding athlete training experience.
◦ Be proficient in leading an initial training trial and selling new customer prospects on the training services.
◦ Complete AR Trainer certification Level 1 within the first month of employment and AR Level 2 certification within the first [six] months of employment. Participate in continuing education courses and trainer tune-up sessions that AR offers.
◦ Contribute to the centers' effort to retain customers, encourage referrals, and attract new customers.
◦ Understand how best to utilize the training equipment, training protocols, training technology and athlete assessment resources, and provide feedback to the athletes while training.
◦ Contribute to keeping the center clean and organized and handle the center’s the opening or closing responsibilities as directed by the General Manager and/or Head Trainer.
◦ Contribute to center’s community outreach, partnership, and sales efforts.
◦ Deliver quality customer service and support through every customer interaction.
◦ Support a culture that delivers training in a safe, legal, moral, ethical manner to help athletes achieve their goals.
Qualifications
· Experience as a sports performance trainer, youth sports training leader, working on the training floor of a boutique fitness studio, working as a university strength and conditioning coach, or coaching youth / teen sports.
· Certifications in group fitness instruction or personal training from recognized organizations (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM) are highly preferred
· Strong and credible communication and presentation skills
· Experience with delivering customer service in a setting where servicing the “client” is a top priority
· Ideal candidate must be energetic, personable, highly motivated and comfortable working with young athletes. A strong attention to detail and proven capability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve their highest potential.
Position Details:
· This is a full-time position that is expected to work between 35- 40 hours per week.
· Compensation is competitive and the option to deliver personal training services for additional compensation during off-peak hours is available to the right sports trainer.
· The position may lead to additional training and management opportunities within the location, or elsewhere in the Athletic Republic national network.
To learn more visit us online at www.athleticrepublic.com
We are an equal opportunity employer. Athletic Republic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Athletic Republic complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has training centers.
Company DescriptionAthletic Republic provides individualized training to deliver on-field success, through our unique combination of science-based performance training protocols, proprietary equipment and technology, and the education and experience of our highly qualified trainers. The training tools and programs are designed to take the athlete beyond the limitations of a typical weight room and ground-based training methods, by developing the core elements of athleticism – speed, power, agility, strength and stamina.
Company Description
Athletic Republic provides individualized training to deliver on-field success, through our unique combination of science-based performance training protocols, proprietary equipment and technology, and the education and experience of our highly qualified trainers. The training tools and programs are designed to take the athlete beyond the limitations of a typical weight room and ground-based training methods, by developing the core elements of athleticism – speed, power, agility, strength and stamina.