The professional responsible for either programming, directing and instructing personalized physical conditioning activities in a multi-purpose training room with cardiovascular exercise machines, resistance devices, body-building area, etc. or supervising the activities taking place in this area and ensuring its correct use for better user satisfaction.

• Work in the fitness room, advising those who are new to physical activity and those more familiar with exercise. Monitor the operation of the room, addressing all queries.
• In the case of new members, ask them to fill in a health and safety questionnaire gathering their personal characteristics, details of their medical history and any past injuries sustained, medication and any other details to be taken into account when customising their exercise plan. Additionally, compile data regarding their lifestyle and nutrition.
• Devise customised training plans for each person according to their needs: getting into shape, weight loss, toning, bodybuilding, etc. Combine cardiovascular exercises, flexibility, strength and resistance training. The programmes include warm-up, stretching, activities, circuits, etc.
• Supervises the exercises carried out, explaining their effects on the body, correcting posture, and explaining and demonstrating how to use the machines properly.
• Assist those who wish to review their activity programme, discussing individual progress, goals and any potential problems, etc.
• Ensure the proper use of the room and machines and overall user satisfaction.
• Depending on the size and type of establishment, carry out other activities such as facility maintenance and checks, customer service, equipment organisation, etc.
• Be prepared to assist any person suffering an incident in the room.
• On occasions and if trained to do so, lead activities and personal training programmes in line with the needs of the centre.

Regulated training and graduates

• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Activitats Físiques i Esportives: Instrucció en ioga (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Activitats Físiques i Esportives: Animació físic-esportiva i recreativa (Nivell 3)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Activitats Físiques i Esportives: Condicionament físic en sala d'entrenament polivalent (Nivell 3)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Physical Activities and Sport - Advanced Level: Physical Activity and Sport Activities

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Analytical thought: Level 2

Initiative: Level 2

Communication: Level 2

Flexibility and change management: Level 2

Customer orientation: Level 1

Leadership: Level 2

Customer service

Direct and personal interaction with people and relating to the public are highly-motivating activities for individuals who have an interest in the field of customer service. A focus on people and on satisfying customers' needs is key in the occupations included in this field. These jobs entail the need to know suitable techniques for attending to the public and being able to give appropriate service that is tailored to their needs and expectations. Good examples are activities which offer assistance and guidance during functions, trips or at facilities, and those which provide advice in relation to products and services.

Physical well-being and personal image

People related to the field of physical well-being and personal image are interested in carrying out activities aimed at the care, maintenance and improvement of one's image and physical condition. These activities entail personal contact with the client, offering a service that takes into account their needs, as well as their tastes and preferences. Activities that represent this field include advising and the application of aesthetic, cosmetic and physical treatments.

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• Work hours

  Usually part-time, either morning or afternoon, adapted to the business hours of the establishment. This type of installations usually open on Saturdays and Sundays, and also some bank holidays, depending on the type of company and its size.

• Salary

  Salary range: between 14.389 and 18.500 euros annum gross. Median: 16.315 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Professional category

  Specialist staff