Strength & Conditioning Coach / Personal Trainer / Sports Performance

D1 Training Arlington Heights is a premier athletic-based training facility focused on developing athletes and individuals through structured, coach-led performance training. We work with athletes ages 7 and up—from youth and high school athletes to adults—using science-backed programming designed to improve strength, speed, agility, and overall athletic performance.

About the role

D1 Training Arlington Heights is seeking a Strength & Conditioning Coach / Performance Coach to lead group training sessions and personal training for youth athletes, adult members, and sports teams. This role is ideal for a motivated coach with experience in strength training, sports performance, or group fitness who enjoys working with athletes and creating an engaging training environment. Candidates with a background in kinesiology, exercise science, sports performance training, or athletic coaching are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead group training sessions for youth athletes, adults, and teams
• Provide personal training and sports performance coaching
• Teach proper strength training techniques, speed mechanics, and injury prevention
• Ensure safe and effective execution of all exercises and workouts
• Modify workouts based on athlete ability levels and goals
• Build strong relationships with athletes and members
• Maintain a high-energy, motivating training environment
• Support athlete development in strength, speed, agility, and conditioning

Requirements

• Personal Training or Strength & Conditioning Certification (NCCA accredited preferred) – Examples: NSCA, NASM, ACSM, ACE
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Strong knowledge of strength training, functional movement, and athletic performance
• Ability to lead and manage group training sessions
• Excellent communication and motivational skills

Qualifications

• CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Science, or related field
• Previous experience coaching youth athletes or sports teams
• Competitive sports background

Pay

$22 – $40 per hour depending on experience

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Free D1 membership
• Flexible part-time schedule (up to 30 hours per week)
• Continuing education and certification support
• Opportunity for growth within a national fitness and sports performance brand
• Free uniforms
• Wellness resources
• Training & development
• Opportunity for advancement

Our Culture

At D1 Training Arlington Heights, our culture is built on three core principles:

• Train Like an Athlete – Every session is structured, coached, and performance-focused.
• Coaching Over Instructing – Our coaches actively teach, correct, and motivate athletes.
• Accountability – We hold ourselves and our athletes to high standards in effort and discipline.