Head Coach & Training Manager

D1 Training; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Continuing education

Free membership

Leadership opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

D1 Training in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach to guide the coaching team and deliver exceptional training experiences. You’ll oversee coaching staff, drive training quality, and ensure alignment with the D1 Training philosophy while acting as Personal Training Manager.

You'll coach athletes of all levels, develop staff, and build a high-energy, member-focused culture. This hands-on leadership role offers ownership and growth within a scaling brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in strength & conditioning or coaching.
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of program design and movement mechanics.
• Ability to motivate and hold a team accountable.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.

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 strong relationships with members and support retention efforts.
• Partner with sales staff to support trial workouts and member onboarding.

Skills

Leadership

Program design

Movement mechanics

Injury prevention

Communication

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 Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach 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

What We're Looking For

• 5+ 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