Do you have a passion for Healthy Living? Looking for a job that encompasses your knowledge and background? Look no further! The Suffolk Family YMCA is currently hiring evening Fitness Coaches.

A Bachelors degree in fitness related fields, are preferred. Although, college courses related to anatomy and physiology or related experience is excepted. A high school diploma is required. Must have knowledge of weight room equipment, cardiovascular equipment, and general strength training principals. YMCA certifications to include: (within 6 months of hire) Principles of Health & Fitness, YMCA Strength Training Instructor and YMCA FitQuest Coaches training certification. Nationally recognized certifications are excepted, i.e. ACE, AFFA, ACSM. CPR is also required.

-FitQuest coaches conduct one on one appointments with YMCA members to orient them to the fitness equipment and the FitQuest system
-Educate YMCA members on exercise principals and other fitness related areas.
-Supervise YMCA members workouts by working the floor and giving constructive feedback for maximum fitness gains.
-Provide continuous feedback and guidance to YMCA members.
-Encourage YMCA members to meet their own determined fitness goals and to continue with their program.
-Contact YMCA members through personal phone calls, post cards and by leaving messages on the kiosk.
-Resolve any and all issues or conflicts YMCA members may be experiencing.
-After initial visit it is imperative that a message is left for the FitQuest participant.
-Maintain the FitQuest Center for cleanliness, i.e. dusting, vacuum, etc.
-Follow all YMCA policies and procedures.

YMCA�s are collectively the largest provider and promoter of health and fitness programs, active in more than 10,000 communities across the country. In order to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities, our YMCA is committed to offering high-quality health and fitness programs. The mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. This is accomplished in part through physical health education; group exercise and fitness evaluations, all under the instruction and supervision of certified trained staff.