Athletic Performance Coach

Madison•Madison, AL

About The Position

D1 Training is seeking a knowledgeable, energetic, development-focused coach to lead training for youth athletes, adults, and sports teams. The coach teaches proper movement and exercise technique, explains the purpose behind training, and helps athletes make measurable progress in strength, speed, agility, power, coordination, confidence, and overall athletic performance. The role includes coach-led group training, personal training, and small-group sessions as needed, while creating a safe, structured, challenging, and encouraging environment. The ideal coach is an effective teacher and communicator who can connect with athletes of different ages and abilities, especially children and adolescents. They observe movement, provide useful feedback and corrections, adapt training to individual needs, and build strong relationships with athletes and families. D1 uses planned, sports-science-informed training cycles and age-appropriate programs. Coaches are expected to collaborate with the coaching team and continually improve their own knowledge and coaching skills.

Requirements

Passion for coaching, teaching, health, fitness, and athletic performance.
Enjoy working with children and adolescents and ability to coach a range of ages and abilities effectively.
At least one year of experience in strength and conditioning, personal training, sports coaching, or a related field.
At least one current NCCA-accredited certification.
Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
Strong understanding of exercise technique, movement mechanics, and strength and conditioning fundamentals.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continually improve.

Nice To Haves

CSCS certification preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field preferred.
Former competitive athletic experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead coach-led group training sessions for youth athletes, adults, and sports teams using the D1 training model.
Deliver personal training and small-group sessions as needed.
Teach proper exercise technique, movement mechanics, and foundational strength and conditioning principles.
Explain the purpose behind exercises and connect training to improved athletic performance.
Coach and develop speed, agility, strength, power, coordination, and overall athleticism.
Observe movement, identify technical errors, and provide clear, effective corrections.
Adapt exercises, progressions, and coaching cues to individual needs and ability levels.
Monitor athlete development, provide constructive feedback, and help athletes work toward measurable goals.
Create a safe, structured, challenging, and encouraging training environment.
Build strong relationships with athletes and families through communication, accountability, and exceptional service.
Collaborate with the coaching team and continually develop personal knowledge and skills.
Deliver organized, professional training sessions that start and finish on time.