Youth Sports Performance Coach: Speed, Agility & Power

Redline Athletics Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Redline Athletics Chesapeake is seeking a Sports Performance Specialist to coach athletes aged 8–18, focusing on speed, agility, strength, power, mobility, and injury prevention. You’ll lead sessions, motivate athletes, and help families track progress in a positive training environment.

Applicants should have a relevant degree and certifications (CSCS/NASM-PES/CPT/USAW). The role is primarily afternoon/evening and weekend-based with growth opportunities within a local, veteran-owned youth

Qualifications

• Degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
• CSCS, NASM-PES, CPT, USAW or similar certification preferred.
• Experience coaching youth and athletic teams.
• Strong knowledge of speed, agility, strength and movement development.
• Ability to coach multiple athletes simultaneously while giving individual attention.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High energy, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Interest in developing young athletes physically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Coach semi-private sports performance training sessions.
• Teach proper movement, sprinting, agility, strength, and power mechanics.
• Modify exercises based on age, ability, and training experience.
• Create an energetic, positive, and highly coached training environment.
• Build strong relationships with athletes and families.
• Assist with athlete performance testing and progress tracking.
• Support team training, camps, clinics, combines, and special events.
• Collaborate with the Director of Sports Performance and other specialists.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, professional training environment.
• Represent Redline Athletics positively in the facility and the local sports community.

Skills

Coaching youth athletes

Communication skills

Energy and motivation

Relationship building

Education

Degree in Exercise Science

Kinesiology

Related field degree

Tools

CSCS

NASM-PES

CPT

USAW

Job description

Redline Athletics Chesapeake is seeking a Sports Performance Specialist to coach athletes aged 8–18, focusing on speed, agility, strength, power, mobility, and injury prevention. You’ll lead sessions, motivate athletes, and help families track progress in a positive training environment.

Applicants should have a relevant degree and certifications (CSCS/NASM-PES/CPT/USAW). The role is primarily afternoon/evening and weekend-based with growth opportunities within a local, veteran-owned youth