Remote Athletic Performance Coach – Data-Driven Training

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Athletic Performance Coach to design and deliver personalized, data-driven training programs for athletes across disciplines. This fully remote role focuses on improving physical conditioning, injury prevention, and performance, using advanced digital tools and virtual assessments to monitor progress and provide feedback.

The ideal candidate has a solid sports-science foundation, CSCS/NSCA certifications, 3+ years of coaching experience, and excellent virtual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field.
• CSCS and NSCA certifications are essential.
• 3+ years of experience as an athletic performance coach with a portfolio.
• Proficiency with online coaching platforms, video analysis, and performance tracking.
• Strong knowledge of biomechanics, physiology, and exercise programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for virtual instruction.
• Self-discipline and high organization for remote client management.
• Reliable internet access and a suitable home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized, data-driven training programs for athletes.
• Conduct virtual assessments of physical condition and performance metrics.
• Use video analysis and tracking tools to monitor progress and give feedback.
• Educate athletes on training techniques, nutrition, and recovery.
• Maintain regular communication via video calls and messaging platforms.
• Adapt training plans based on feedback and progress.
• Stay updated with the latest sports science research and practices.
• Collaborate with other coaches and specialists for holistic support.
• Document progress, session details, and KPIs.
• Foster a motivating virtual coaching relationship to ensure adherence.

Skills

3+ years experience

Communication skills

Motivation

Self-discipline

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Science

CSCS certification

NSCA certification

Tools

Video analysis tools

Performance-tracking software

Online coaching platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Athletic Performance Coach to design and deliver personalized, data-driven training programs for athletes across disciplines. This fully remote role focuses on improving physical conditioning, injury prevention, and performance, using advanced digital tools and virtual assessments to monitor progress and provide feedback.

The ideal candidate has a solid sports-science foundation, CSCS/NSCA certifications, 3+ years of coaching experience, and excellent virtual