Head Strength & Conditioning Coach

D1 Training Lincolnshire is a brand-new facility in one of Chicagoland's premier communities. As the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, you will lead the coaching team, shape the athlete experience, and help build the facility's culture from the ground up.

About the Role

D1 Training Lincolnshire is seeking an energetic, passionate, and experienced Head Strength & Conditioning Coach to lead our coaching team and deliver an exceptional training experience for every athlete. This role combines hands-on coaching, staff leadership, athlete development, and personal training management. You will set the standard for coaching excellence, member experience, and team culture while growing a new D1 Training facility. This is an opportunity to leave your fingerprint on the facility and grow with the business long-term.

Responsibilities

• Coaching & Athlete Development
  • Lead and coach group training sessions for youth athletes, adults, and teams
  • Deliver high-energy, results-driven workouts that align with the D1 Training methodology
  • Conduct athlete assessments and goal-setting consultations
  • Provide personal training and individualized coaching as needed
  • Ensure proper movement mechanics, exercise execution, and injury prevention strategies
  • Create an exceptional training environment that motivates athletes of all ages and abilities
• Leadership & Staff Development
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop coaching staff
  • Lead weekly coach meetings and ongoing professional development initiatives
  • Conduct coaching observations and performance evaluations
  • Hold coaches accountable to D1 standards, expectations, and member experience goals
  • Build a culture of professionalism, positivity, and continuous improvement
  • Manage coach scheduling and staffing needs
• Personal Training Management
  • Oversee personal training operations and service quality
  • Support personal training growth and revenue objectives
  • Ensure consistency across all personal training sessions
  • Assist coaches in developing and retaining personal training clients
• Member Experience & Business Growth
  • Track and improve member engagement, attendance, and retention
  • Build strong relationships with athletes and families
  • Support trial workouts, athlete evaluations, and onboarding experiences
  • Partner with sales staff to improve conversion and retention metrics
  • Assist with camps, combines, team training opportunities, and community outreach events
  • Serve as a leader and ambassador for the D1 Training brand within the community

Requirements

• Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in strength and conditioning, personal training, sports performance, or athletic development
  • Experience coaching group training sessions in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong knowledge of exercise science, movement mechanics, and injury prevention
  • Ability to motivate athletes and create a positive training atmosphere
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • CPR/AED certification required
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, or a related field
  • Prior leadership experience managing, mentoring, or developing coaching staff
  • Experience coaching youth athletes ages 7–18
  • Understanding of long-term athletic development principles
  • CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) strongly preferred
  • NASM, NSCA, USAW, ACE, FMS, or other nationally recognized certifications preferred

Skills

• You lead by example and set a high standard for those around you
• You thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• You take ownership and solve problems without being asked
• You are passionate about developing both athletes and coaches
• You bring energy, professionalism, and positivity every day
• You care deeply about creating an elite training experience
• You believe culture, accountability, and relationships drive long-term success

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering exceptional training experiences every day
• Developing high-performing coaches and staff
• Improving member retention and attendance
• Growing personal training participation and revenue
• Maintaining coaching excellence across all sessions
• Creating a culture that athletes, parents, and members want to be part of

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Free membership to a state-of-the-art training facility
• Continuing education through company-sanctioned events and certifications
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities
• Direct impact on building a new training culture from the ground up
• Opportunity to work with youth athletes, adults, teams, and personal training clients

Pay

$55,000 - $75,000+ annually. Compensation includes a combination of base salary, coaching responsibilities, personal training opportunities, and performance-based bonuses.