Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach: Build Performance Teams

D1 Training; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Continuing education

Free gym membership

Leadership development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

D1 Training in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach to head our coaching team, deliver exceptional training experiences, and uphold the D1 Training philosophy throughout the facility.

You’ll lead group sessions, provide personal coaching, and develop staff while driving engagement and retention. This hands-on leadership role offers ownership and room to advance within a performance-driven gym community.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching.
• Prior leadership or experience 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).

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

Strength & conditioning

Leadership

Program design

Movement mechanics

Injury prevention

Communication

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Job description

D1 Training in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach to head our coaching team, deliver exceptional training experiences, and uphold the D1 Training philosophy throughout the facility.

You’ll lead group sessions, provide personal coaching, and develop staff while driving engagement and retention. This hands-on leadership role offers ownership and room to advance within a performance-driven gym community.