Academy Fitness Coach

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver age-appropriate on-field fitness sessions emphasizing movement quality, speed development, and aerobic capacity
• Lead strength training programs focused on fundamental movement patterns, injury resilience, and athletic foundations
• Integrate physical preparation into technical training environments in collaboration with coaching staff
• Cook individualized training for players requiring additional physical development or returning from injury
• Provide constructive feedback to players on physical performance and development trajectory
• Foster a growth mindset and resilience in young athletes navigating physical development
• Collaborate and support individual develop plan sessions
• Work closely with technical coaching staff to align physical preparation with tactical and technical periodization
• Partner with Academy medical staff on injury prevention strategies and return-to-play progressions
• Coordinate with the Head of Developmental Performance and Academy Fitness Coaches across all age groups to ensure continuity in the Development Pathway
• Contribute to Academy-wide performance data infrastructure and reporting standards
• Attend home and away matches to oversee warm-ups, monitor substitutes, and manage in-game fitness interventions
• Support player recovery protocols on travel days and tournament weekends
• Coordinate with tournament hosts and facilities for appropriate training and recovery resources

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sport Science, or related field
• CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or equivalent certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth athletes in a team sport setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles and youth training considerations
• Experience with GPS/wearable technology and athlete monitoring systems
• Strong understanding of periodization, load management, and fatigue monitoring
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with youth athletes, coaches, and parents
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and travel