Part-Time
Adaptive Fitness Coach
Adaptive Fitness Program
Posted on 8/29/2025
YMCA of Greater Boston
1,001-5,000 employees
Community health, child care, youth programs
No salary listed
Newton, MA, USA
In Person
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- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Active, Nationally Accredited Personal Training Certification
- Either have/be willing to obtain an ACSM Adaptive Exercise Certification
- CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications
- At least 1 years’ experience in physical therapy, exercise physiology, or experience with adaptive populations.
- Accountable for the program's performance through high engagement with each member as they come into the facility.
- Accountable for detailed records of each client to ensure a safe and effective fitness experience.
- Create a welcoming environment for members, guiding them through the program and integrating them into our fitness floors.
- Engage with members through the program sites.
- Assist Program Coordinator in building out exercise routines for each participant and ensure compliance and support for everyone.
- Respond immediately to member feedback and any center concerns.
- Ensure YMCA of Greater Boston’s standards of excellence around cleanliness and safety are met.
- Communicate and elevate any safety concerns, facility or equipment maintenance issues to appropriate team members.
- Utilizes Appointment King to schedule individuals for sessions and ensure they are cared for and supported on each visit.
- Work in a collaborative manner with other departments and Center leadership.
- Knowledge and experience of training for adaptive populations
- Excellent knowledge of computers, MS Office (Word and Excel) and Internet Explorer.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments.
- Knowledge of best practices related to adaptive fitness programs
The YMCA of Greater Boston runs a network of facilities and program sites that provide health and wellness programming, child care, summer camps, youth sports, teen leadership programs, workforce development, and community outreach in Massachusetts. Its programs work by offering membership-accessible activities and schedules across locations, enabling families and individuals to participate in fitness, child care, camps, sports leagues, leadership trainings, and job readiness services through on-site programs and community partnerships. The organization differentiates itself by being the largest social services provider in Massachusetts with a broad, integrated set of services focused on wellness, youth development, education, and employment in a community-based, nonprofit model. Its goal is to strengthen communities by improving health, developing young people, and expanding economic opportunity through accessible programs and support services.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$40K
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded
1851
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Public-private partnerships can expand through Chang-Diaz’s policy and communications mandate.
- Food Hub and Healthy Habits programs diversify revenue through corporate and civic sponsorships.
- Facilities investments and early education workforce funding strengthen service quality and fundraising narratives.
What critics are saying
- Brand repositioning can blur the YMCA’s core membership value proposition.
- Concentrating external affairs around Chang-Diaz creates leadership and reputational single-point risk.
- Dependence on sponsorships and state funding exposes programs to budget cuts and donor rotation.
What makes YMCA of Greater Boston unique
- Sonia Chang-Diaz leads the first chief external affairs office, spanning policy and fundraising.
- The Y is repositioning from a gym-and-swim operator to a civic problem-solver.
- Its 24 locations and nearly 2 million annual visits create unmatched local reach.
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