Director of Training

D1 Training - Buffalo North; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Continuing education events

Free gym membership

Leadership development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

D1 Training - Buffalo North is seeking a Director of Training to lead the coaching team, deliver exceptional training experiences, and ensure consistent execution of the D1 Training philosophy. This hands-on leadership role coaches athletes, develops staff, and drives performance across the facility.

You’ll oversee coaching operations, hire and develop staff, and work with the General Manager to hit membership and revenue goals while expanding revenue-generating programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching.
• Leadership or mentoring a personal training team preferred.
• Strong knowledge of program design, movement mechanics, and injury prevention.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach group training sessions for youth, adults, and teams.
• Provide personal training and individualized coaching as needed.
• Oversee personal training operations, including session quality and consistency.
• Hire, train, and develop coaching staff to deliver high-quality workouts.
• Support trainer scheduling, development, and accountability.
• Ensure all sessions reflect D1 training standards and philosophy.
• Track and improve member engagement and retention.
• Maintain a high-energy, positive training environment.
• Build relationships with members and support retention efforts.
• Partner with sales staff to support trial workouts and onboarding.
• Assist with recruiting and community outreach to generate leads.
• Participate in assessments, tours, events, and lead-generation activities.
• Partner with the GM to achieve monthly membership, revenue, and retention goals.
• Identify opportunities for personal training, small-group, team training, and other revenue-generating programs.

Skills

Strength & conditioning

Personal training

Leadership

Program design

Movement mechanics

Injury prevention

Team accountability

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Continuing education through company-sanctioned events
• Free membership in a state-of-the-art facility
• Leadership development opportunities
• Performance based bonuses

The Director of Training is responsible for leading the coaching team, delivering exceptional training experiences, and ensuring consistent execution of the D1 Training philosophy. This role also functions as a Personal Training Manager, overseeing coaching staff, driving training quality, and ensuring a high-level member experience.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You’ll coach athletes, develop staff, and drive performance across the facility. If you enjoy leading from the front and building a strong team culture, this role gives you real ownership.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coach group training sessions for youth, adults, and teams
• Provide personal training and individualized coaching as needed
• Oversee personal training operations, including session quality and consistency
• Hire, train, and develop coaching staff to deliver high-quality workouts
• Support trainer scheduling, development, and accountability
• Ensure all sessions reflect D1 training standards and philosophy
• Track and improve member engagement and retention
• Maintain a high-energy, positive training environment
• Build strong relationships with members and support retention efforts
• Partner with sales staff to support trial workouts and member onboarding
• Assist with recruiting and community outreach efforts to generate new leads and drive membership growth.
• Participate in assessments, facility tours, events, and other lead-generation opportunities.
• Partner with the General Manager to achieve monthly membership, revenue, and retention goals.
• Identify opportunities for personal training, small-group training, team training, and other revenue-generating programs.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching
• Prior leadership or experience managing or mentoring a personal training team preferred
• Strong knowledge of program design, movement mechanics, and injury prevention
• Ability to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• High energy, professionalism, and strong communication skills
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field (preferred)

Why This Role Stands Out

• Lead a team in a performance-driven training environment
• Direct impact on both athlete results and team development
• Opportunity to grow into higher-level leadership within a scaling brand
• Work with a diverse athlete base, from youth to adults to teams

Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional performance-based bonus opportunities available.