Lead Training & Performance Coach

D1 Training - Buffalo North; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Continuing education events

Free gym membership

Leadership development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

D1 Training - Buffalo North is seeking a Director of Training to lead the coaching team, deliver exceptional training experiences, and ensure consistent execution of the D1 Training philosophy. This hands-on leadership role coaches athletes, develops staff, and drives performance across the facility.

You’ll oversee coaching operations, hire and develop staff, and work with the General Manager to hit membership and revenue goals while expanding revenue-generating programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching.
• Leadership or mentoring a personal training team preferred.
• Strong knowledge of program design, movement mechanics, and injury prevention.

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 relationships with members and support retention efforts.
• Partner with sales staff to support trial workouts and onboarding.
• Assist with recruiting and community outreach to generate leads.
• Participate in assessments, tours, events, and lead-generation activities.
• Partner with the GM to achieve monthly membership, revenue, and retention goals.
• Identify opportunities for personal training, small-group, team training, and other revenue-generating programs.

Skills

Strength & conditioning

Personal training

Leadership

Program design

Movement mechanics

Injury prevention

Team accountability

CPR/AED/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Job description

D1 Training - Buffalo North is seeking a Director of Training to lead the coaching team, deliver exceptional training experiences, and ensure consistent execution of the D1 Training philosophy. This hands-on leadership role coaches athletes, develops staff, and drives performance across the facility.

You’ll oversee coaching operations, hire and develop staff, and work with the General Manager to hit membership and revenue goals while expanding revenue-generating programs.