Alpha Strength and Conditioning Coach
About The Position
Life Time is seeking passionate, certified fitness professionals to deliver its Signature Group Training formats. The coach will lead high-energy, results-driven programming, create an exceptional member experience, and foster community and belonging while representing the identity of the chosen format. Alpha Strength focuses on Olympic barbell lifts, progressive strength cycles, and small group performance training. The role is suited to strength coaches and certified personal trainers. The required format-specific qualification is an Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent); experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming is preferred. The position pays a class rate of $55.00 to $90.00, depending on experience, qualifications, and class duration. The class rate compensates for all working time associated with teaching classes, including time spent in class and pre- and post-class work. All team members receive a subsidized membership, discounts on Life Time products and services, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for those age 21 and older, and training and professional development. Paid sick leave is provided where required by law. Full-time team members are eligible for additional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; disability and life insurance; flexible spending and dependent care plans; parental leave and adoption assistance; paid time off; and, if they meet the required income threshold, a deferred compensation plan.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR/AED certification.
- At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format; for Alpha Strength, an Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent) is required.
- At least 1 year of teaching or coaching experience in the area of expertise.
- Ability to physically demonstrate and effectively teach the format.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with goal-oriented athlete development and periodized programming.
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Experience teaching across multiple fitness modalities.
- Familiarity with heart rate training tools and performance data coaching.
- Proven ability to build strong member relationships and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and inspiring workouts specific to the Signature format.
- Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications to support all fitness levels.
- Create a motivating, inclusive, and high-energy group environment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.
- Promote Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture.
- Participate in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development.
Benefits
- Fully subsidized membership.
- Discounts on Life Time products and services.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
- Training and professional development.
- Paid sick leave where required by law.
- For eligible full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- For eligible full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- For eligible full-time team members: life insurance.
- For eligible full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
- For eligible full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
- For eligible full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
- For eligible full-time team members meeting the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
