Head Speed and Strength Coach

About the Role

This is a hands-on leadership role as the Head Speed and Strength Coach, responsible for leading the coaching team, delivering exceptional training experiences, and ensuring consistent execution of the D1 Training philosophy. You’ll coach athletes, develop staff, and drive performance across the facility while functioning as a Personal Training Manager, overseeing coaching staff, driving training quality, and ensuring a high-level member experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct all classes "The D1 Way" — proper attire, music, loud verbal coaching, enforcing coaching cues, and managing group tempo & transitions (minimum 25 classes per week)
• Lead and coach group training sessions for youth, adults, and teams
• Provide personal training and individualized coaching as needed
• Oversee personal training operations, including session quality and consistency
• Hire, train, and develop coaching staff to deliver high-quality workouts
• Support trainer scheduling, development, and accountability
• Ensure all sessions reflect D1 training standards and philosophy
• Track and improve member engagement and retention
• Maintain a high-energy, positive training environment
• Build strong relationships with members and support retention efforts
• Partner with sales staff to support trial workouts and member onboarding

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in strength & conditioning, personal training, or performance coaching
• Prior leadership or experience managing or mentoring a personal training team (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of program design, movement mechanics, and injury prevention
• Ability to lead, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• High energy, professionalism, and strong communication skills
• NASM or CSCS certification (required)
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field (preferred)

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Continuing education through company-sanctioned events
• Free membership in a state-of-the-art facility
• Leadership development opportunities
• Performance-based bonuses
• 50% commission on all personal training revenue (PT packages & team packages)

Pay

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

About D1 Training

D1 Training is an emerging fitness franchise growing rapidly, with over 80 facilities open and 180+ in development. We inspire and motivate athletes to reach their goals by training the entire body as a unit to produce optimal human performance. Using trusted and proven techniques, we deliver age-appropriate programs led by expert coaches. Every workout follows a strategic 8-week training cycle backed by sports science, serving youth, adults, and teams.