Athlete Performance Coach: Data‑Driven Training & Growth

D1 Training - Altoona; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

D1 Training - Altoona is seeking a certified and passionate Personal Training Specialist to develop athletes of all ages and abilities. You will assess needs, create individualized programs, deliver engaging coaching, and use performance data to demonstrate progress.

Responsibilities include designing plans, leading sessions, conducting assessments, tracking records, and teaching proper technique and injury prevention. A strong commitment to athlete safety and ongoing learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Current certification from NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, ISSA or equivalent.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Experience training athletes across ages, sports and skill levels.
• Strong understanding of exercise programming, biomechanics and injury prevention.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and communicate performance data.

Responsibilities

• Design individualized training plans based on age, skill, sport and goals.
• Lead one-on-one and small-group sessions for various ages and levels.
• Assess strength, speed, agility, mobility, endurance and sport-specific performance.
• Establish measurable benchmarks and monitor progress with data-driven adjustments.
• Maintain records of assessments, attendance, training loads and progress.
• Teach technique, movement mechanics, recovery, and injury-prevention strategies.
• Adapt coaching methods for different ages and needs.
• Communicate progress with athletes and guardians/coaches as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, organized and inclusive training environment.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Data interpretation

Athlete safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science/kinesiology/sports performance

CSCS or youth fitness specialization

Tools

Performance-testing tools

Wearable technology

Athlete-management software

Job description

D1 Training - Altoona is seeking a certified and passionate Personal Training Specialist to develop athletes of all ages and abilities. You will assess needs, create individualized programs, deliver engaging coaching, and use performance data to demonstrate progress.

Responsibilities include designing plans, leading sessions, conducting assessments, tracking records, and teaching proper technique and injury prevention. A strong commitment to athlete safety and ongoing learning is essential.