Olympic Lifting Coach

Life Time Inc.•Stamford, CT

2d•$70 - $105

About The Position

Life Time is seeking a certified fitness professional to coach Alpha Strength, its Olympic lifting and strength training format. The coach leads high-energy, results-driven group training that centers on Olympic barbell lifts, progressive strength cycles, and small-group performance training. The role is intended for strength coaches and certified personal trainers with an Olympic lifting certification, and is an opportunity to provide a member experience that builds community and belonging. The coach delivers safe, effective, and inspiring workouts; provides coaching cues, progressions, and modifications for participants at different fitness levels; and creates a motivating, inclusive training environment. The role also includes maintaining a clean, organized, professional training space, promoting Life Time’s Signature programming and brand culture, and participating in brand trainings, teach backs, and ongoing coaching development. The stated class rate is $70.00–$105.00, based on experience, qualifications, and class duration. This rate compensates for all working time associated with teaching classes, including class time and pre- and post-class work. Benefits for all team members include a subsidized membership, product and service discounts, a 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match for eligible team members, training and professional development, and paid sick leave where required by law. Full-time team members are eligible for additional benefits.

Requirements

Olympic lifting certification (USAW L1, CF-L1, or equivalent).
High school diploma or GED.
CPR/AED certification.
At least one nationally recognized certification related to the chosen format.
At least one 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 Alpha Strength workouts focused on Olympic barbell lifts, progressive strength cycles, and small-group performance training.
Provide coaching cues, progressions, and modifications to support participants at all fitness levels.
Create a motivating, inclusive, high-energy group environment and cultivate member community and belonging.
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.
Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Full-time team members are eligible for short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Full-time team members are eligible for life insurance.
Full-time team members are eligible for pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
Full-time team members are eligible for parental leave and adoption assistance.
Full-time team members are eligible for paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
Full-time team members who meet the required income threshold are eligible for a deferred compensation plan.