Athletic Performance Coach: Teach, Train, Elevate

D1's K2 Performance Center; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

D1 Training is hiring an Athletic Performance Coach to teach with purpose, develop athletes, and make an impact across youth and adult programs.

You will lead coach-led group sessions, deliver personal training, and coach speed, agility, strength, and movement. You explain the why behind movements, connect training to performance, and build strong relationships with athletes and families through clear communication and accountability.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience in strength and conditioning or sports coaching.
• At least one year of relevant experience required.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• NCCA-accredited certification preferred (CSCS).
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead coach-led group training sessions for youth athletes, adults, and sports teams using the D1 training model.
• Deliver personal training and small-group sessions as needed.
• Teach proper exercise technique, movement mechanics, and foundational strength and conditioning principles.
• Explain the purpose behind exercises and connect training to improved athletic performance.
• Coach and develop speed, agility, strength, power, coordination, and overall athleticism.
• Observe movement, identify technical errors, and provide clear, effective corrections.
• Adapt exercises, progressions, and coaching cues to individual needs and ability levels.
• Monitor athlete development, provide constructive feedback, and help athletes work toward measurable goals.
• Create a safe, structured, challenging, and encouraging training environment.
• Build strong relationships with athletes and families through communication, accountability, and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with the coaching team and continually develop your own knowledge and skills.
• Deliver organized, professional training sessions that start and finish on time.

Skills

Coaching

Teaching

Health & Fitness

Athletic performance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology

CSCS certification (preferred)

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Job description

D1 Training is hiring an Athletic Performance Coach to teach with purpose, develop athletes, and make an impact across youth and adult programs.

You will lead coach-led group sessions, deliver personal training, and coach speed, agility, strength, and movement. You explain the why behind movements, connect training to performance, and build strong relationships with athletes and families through clear communication and accountability.