Head Strength Coach

Sweatdc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweatdc in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Head Strength Coach to lead a vibrant strength training community. This role involves coaching high-level classes and mentoring new coaches while contributing to a positive studio culture.

The ideal candidate is passionate about fitness and leadership and has experience in strength training or personal coaching. Full-time opportunities come with a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $100,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching strength training, personal training, or group fitness.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to command a room with confidence and authenticity.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-level strength training classes across multiple SWEAT DC studios.
• Coach movement quality, performance, and proper form.
• Build relationships with members and support retention through authentic connection.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Strength training coaching

Team-oriented mindset

Strong work ethic

Education

Current fitness certification

Job description

Head Strength Coach

About the Role

SWEAT DC is looking for a passionate, experienced, high-energy Head Strength Coach to help lead and grow one of the most dynamic strength training communities in Washington, D.C.

This is not a typical group fitness instructor role.

We are building a real career path for elite coaches who want to coach at a high level, lead rooms with confidence, build deep relationships with members, and grow within a rapidly expanding company.

Our Head Strength Coaches help shape the culture, energy, and experience inside our studios every single day.

What You’ll Do

• Lead high-level strength training classes across multiple SWEAT DC studios
• Coach movement quality, performance, and proper form
• Create an unforgettable class experience rooted in energy, accountability, and human connection
• Build relationships with members and support retention through authentic connection
• Help mentor and support developing coaches
• Execute SWEAT programming at a high level
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture
• Bring professionalism, consistency, and leadership into every room

Who Thrives at SWEAT

The coaches who succeed here are passionate about people, energized by community, and committed to the craft of coaching.

Many of our strongest coaches come from backgrounds in strength training, athletics, personal training, group fitness, or performance coaching. Former athletes and experienced strength coaches often thrive in our environment because of the leadership, discipline, and energy they bring into the room.

We are especially looking for coaches who are excited to grow with us long-term, take on meaningful responsibility, and have strong availability across mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching strength training, personal training, or group fitness
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to command a room with confidence and authenticity
• Passion for helping people grow physically and mentally
• Team-oriented mindset
• Strong work ethic and professionalism
• Current fitness certification preferred but not required for exceptional candidates
• Former athletes strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation & Growth

SWEAT DC is committed to building real long-term opportunities for great coaches.

Full-time coaching opportunities are available for the right candidate, with compensation based on experience, leadership ability, availability, and overall role responsibilities.

Expected total compensation range: $70,000–$100,000+ potential