Evening Strength & Conditioning Coach 4PM to 9PM D1 Training Toledo

About the role

Position Overview: This position is primarily responsible for coaching evening D1 Training classes Monday through Friday. Schedule: Monday – Friday Devo (Ages 12-14): 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM; Adult Class: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM; Rookie (Ages 7-11): 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM; Prep (Ages 15-18): 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. This role requires a coach who can maintain energy and enthusiasm throughout the entire evening while delivering a consistent, high-quality training experience.

Job Summary: The D1 Evening Coach serves as the leader of the training floor during evening programming. You will coach pre-designed D1 workouts, provide real-time instruction and motivation, ensure athlete safety, and create an engaging training environment that keeps members coming back. The ideal candidate can command a room, coach proper movement mechanics, manage large groups of athletes, and create an atmosphere that feels like a collegiate strength and conditioning program. You should coach every session with the professionalism, intensity, and accountability expected from a Division I strength coach.

Responsibilities

• Lead Group Training Sessions: Coach scheduled evening D1 Training classes; Execute D1 programming exactly as designed; Demonstrate exercises and proper movement mechanics; Deliver clear coaching cues and corrections; Maintain athlete safety during all workouts; Ensure workouts begin and end on schedule.
• Develop Athletes: Build relationships with athletes and families; Encourage effort, discipline, and accountability; Modify exercises when necessary based on age, ability, or injury history; Track athlete progress and celebrate successes; Create a positive and motivating training environment.
• Deliver a Championship-Level Experience: Bring energy and enthusiasm to every session; Maintain a professional presence on the training floor; Support member retention through exceptional coaching; Foster a team-first culture among athletes and staff; Uphold all D1 Training coaching standards.
• Facility Support: Assist with equipment organization and cleanliness; Participate in coach development and staff meetings; Support community events, sports performance combines, and local outreach opportunities as needed; Close down the facility and prep it for the next morning's classes.

Requirements

• CPR/AED Certification
• Ability to work Monday through Friday evenings
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Passion for coaching youth athletes and adults
• Ability to lead groups with confidence and energy

Qualifications

• Preferred Certifications: One or more of the following: NSCA-CSCS, NSCA-CPT, NASM-CPT, NASM-PES, USAW Level 1, ACE Personal Trainer Certification
• Preferred Experience: 1+ years of strength and conditioning coaching; Experience coaching athletes ages 7-18; Experience in group fitness or sports performance training; Collegiate, professional, or high-level athletic background
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, Athletic Training, or related field preferred

Skills

• High energy and enthusiastic
• Confident leaders
• Passionate about helping athletes succeed
• Excellent communicators
• Dependable and punctual
• Positive role models
• Team-oriented professionals
• Focused on safety and technique first
• Ability to connect with both a 7-year-old Rookie athlete and an adult professional in the same evening while creating an exceptional coaching experience for everyone

Pay

• Coaching Sessions: Tier 1 Coach: $22 per session; Tier 2 Coach: $25 per session; Tier 3 Coach: $27 per session
• Administrative Time: $15 per hour (meetings, events, facility projects, coach development, cleaning and organization)

Benefits

• Complimentary D1 Training Membership
• Continuing Education