Cape Town Elite Performance Coach | Athlete Development

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Generous paid time off

World-class facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an exceptional High Performance Coach for our client, a prestigious sports academy in Cape Town. You will lead elite athlete development programs, designing and implementing comprehensive training plans across disciplines at a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

You will monitor progress, provide expert coaching, and collaborate with scientists, medical staff, and fellow coaches to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of coaching/high‑performance experience with elite athletes or teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of biomechanics, physiology, and sports psychology.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement periodized training programs for elite athletes.
• Conduct regular assessments of athletes' physical, technical, and tactical abilities.
• Monitor load, recovery, and nutrition to optimise performance and prevent injuries.
• Provide expert coaching and feedback to enhance skills and game strategy.
• Collaborate with sports scientists, medical staff and coaches for coordinated athlete development.
• Educate athletes on sports psychology, recovery techniques and lifestyle management.
• Maintain detailed records of progress and training logs.
• Stay updated with cutting‑edge research and best practices in sports science.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an exceptional High Performance Coach for our client, a prestigious sports academy in Cape Town. You will lead elite athlete development programs, designing and implementing comprehensive training plans across disciplines at a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

You will monitor progress, provide expert coaching, and collaborate with scientists, medical staff, and fellow coaches to optimize performance.