Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach

D1 Training - Mandeville; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Continuing education through company‑s

Free membership in facility

Leadership development opportunities

Performance based bonuses

Job summary

D1 Training - Mandeville is seeking a Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach to lead our coaching team, deliver high‑level training, and uphold the D1 Training philosophy across youth, adults, and teams.

You’ll hire, train, and develop staff, oversee session quality, drive engagement and retention, and partner with sales to onboard new athletes in a fast‑growing, performance‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching.
• Strong knowledge of program design, movement mechanics, and injury prevention.
• Leadership or mentoring experience with a coaching staff.
• High energy, professionalism, and strong communication skills.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required.

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 or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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

• 3+ 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