Athletic Performance Coach: Youth & Group Training

Colorado Psychiatric; Lafayette, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach under the Director of Strength and Conditioning to work with clients, set goals, develop fitness plans, and provide safe one-on-one or semi-private training experiences at our facility.

You will recruit clients, lead group programs focused on speed and power, and adapt plans for diverse ages and abilities while maintaining records and adhering to YMCA safety policies.

Qualifications

• Primary certifications: national accred personal training certification (e.g., ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).
• Preferred minimum of two years of sports performance coaching experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach Olympic lifts and other foundational strength and power movements.
• Experience working with youth athletes and an understanding of age-appropriate athletic development.
• Current certification in area(s) of expertise.
• CPR, First Aid, AED and BBP certifications required.
• College degree in related field and at least one year of personal training experience preferred.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service and create a safe environment for all members and participants.
• Actively recruits potential new clients.
• Lead group sports performance programs focused on speed, agility, strength, and power development.
• Provide customized one-on-one or semi-private training based on guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records (timesheets, PT logs) and uphold YMCA policies.

Skills

Relationship building

Youth athletic development

Olympic lifts instruction

One-on-one training

Group coaching

Sports performance coaching

Communication

Emergency response

Education

Nationally accredited personal trainer certification (ACE/NASM/ACSM/NETA/AFAA)

Two years of sports performance coaching experience

College degree in related field

Current certifications in area(s) of expertise

CPR/First Aid/AED and BBP certifications

Job description

The YMCA is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach under the Director of Strength and Conditioning to work with clients, set goals, develop fitness plans, and provide safe one-on-one or semi-private training experiences at our facility.

You will recruit clients, lead group programs focused on speed and power, and adapt plans for diverse ages and abilities while maintaining records and adhering to YMCA safety policies.