Sports Performance Coach
About the role
Do you have an eye for movement? Can you identify faulty mechanics, recognize movement compensation and coach athletes to move more efficiently and perform at a higher level? If you're passionate about athletic development and want to make a lasting impact on youth athletes and adults while continuing to grow as a coach, we'd love to meet you. At D1 Training Indian Land, we train youth athletes (ages 7-18) and adults using D1's nationally recognized performance programming. We're looking for an energetic, knowledgeable coach who can deliver high-level coaching while creating an engaging, positive training environment.
Responsibilities
- Coach high-energy group training sessions for youth athletes and adults
- Deliver D1's performance-based programming with confidence and enthusiasm
- Assess movement quality and recognize faulty movement patterns
- Identify mobility limitations, previous injuries, or other factors affecting performance
- Modify workouts using appropriate regressions and progressions while maintaining the intent of the workout
- Coach proper technique for speed, agility, strength, power and conditioning
- Build strong relationships with athletes, parents and members
- Help create an energetic, team-focused culture where athletes thrive
Qualifications
We're seeking coaches who think beyond counting reps. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and athletic movement, with the ability to quickly assess and coach athletes of varying ages and abilities.
- Exercise Science or Kinesiology
- Strength & Conditioning
- Athletic Training