Group Strength & Conditioning Coach (Chicago)

Club Athletic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Club Athletic in Chicago is seeking a Founding Coach to lead our inaugural coaching program. You’ll shape the member experience, deliver high-quality CA classes, and help build a welcoming, active community from day one.

As a founding team member, you’ll collaborate with leadership to set standards, mentor coaches, and drive engagement across events and run clubs, partnerships, and social activities that keep members connected.

Qualifications

• NASM CPT or equivalent certification.
• 2+ years coaching in health/fitness.
• High EQ and ability to cultivate community.
• Excellent communicator across mediums.
• Thrives in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CA Classes to the CA standard.
• Engage with CA members to build relationships.
• Engage in the squad WhatsApp group and regularly drive conversation.

Skills

NASM CPT

Coaching experience

Emotional intelligence

Communication

Work ethic

Job description

Who We Are:Club Athletic is a private, membership-based fitness concept redefining what a gym can be. We're built around structured, squad-based training, exceptional coaching, and a genuinely social community that keeps people consistent and connected. Our members don't just come to work out. They build routines, friendships, and a sense of belonging. Training is the anchor, but the experience extends far beyond the floor through run club, social events, partnerships, and community moments across the city. We're a growing, high-standards team that cares deeply about craft, culture, and momentum. We move quickly, think intentionally, and value people who take ownership, bring ideas to the table, and want to help build something meaningful — not just maintain the status quo.

Who We Are:Club Athletic is a private, membership-based fitness concept redefining what a gym can be. We're built around structured, squad-based training, exceptional coaching, and a genuinely social community that keeps people consistent and connected. Our members don't just come to work out. They build routines, friendships, and a sense of belonging. Training is the anchor, but the experience extends far beyond the floor through run club, social events, partnerships, and community moments across the city. We're a growing, high-standards team that cares deeply about craft, culture, and momentum. We move quickly, think intentionally, and value people who take ownership, bring ideas to the table, and want to help build something meaningful — not just maintain the status quo.

Overview:

This is an exciting moment to join as a Founding Coach as we launch in Chicago. You are more than an instructor -- you play an instrumental role in the progress and happiness of your members. In addition to delivering an unparalleled coaching experience, you'll positively contribute to The CAs culture and uphold our core values: Welcoming, Attentive, Consistent, Accountable and Intentional.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver CA Classes appropriately and to the CA standard
• Engage with CA members with an interest in relationship building
• Engage in the squad WhatsApp group threads and organically, regularly drive conversation

Requirements:

• Passionate about Club Athletic vision, brand, and culture and belief in the importance of a healthy lifestyle
• NASM CPT or equivalent
• 2+ years minimum experience in a coaching role in the health and fitness industry
• High EQ, positive attitude with an obsession for cultivating community
• An excellent communicator across all mediums
• Strong work ethic and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be able to kneel, bend, reach, climb, stand for periods of time, lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certified
• Flexible availability including but not limited to early mornings, late evenings and weekends
• Available to coach at Williamsburg location