Personal Trainer

D1 Training • Sherman Oaks, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

D1 Training is seeking high-level coaches who understand athletes, performance, accountability, and leadership. This role is for individuals passionate about developing athletes, building relationships, and continuously improving their coaching skills. D1 offers an environment to build a career in performance training by hiring and developing the best coaches in the industry. The position involves delivering exceptional training experiences across Scholastic, Adult, Personal Training, and Team Training programs, implementing the D1 training philosophy, and creating a challenging, supportive, and accountable environment for athletes.

Requirements

• High school or collegiate sports background required
• Previous experience coaching teams, groups, or athletic performance sessions required
• Minimum 2 year of strength and conditioning, sports performance, group training, team training, or personal training experience
• Current CPR / AED / First Aid certification
• Strong knowledge of exercise technique, strength training, movement mechanics, and athletic performance
• Ability to confidently coach multiple athletes simultaneously
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional, coachable, and team-oriented
• Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (e.g., NASM, NSCA, CSCS, or comparable approved certification; ISSA certifications are not accepted)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Performance, or a related field
• Collegiate athletic experience
• Previous strength and conditioning or sports-performance coaching experience
• Experience coaching youth athletes
• Experience working with competitive sports teams
• Experience delivering both group training and one-on-one personal training
• Experience with athlete assessments and performance testing

Responsibilities

• Coach high-energy athletic performance group sessions
• Coach youth athletes ages 7–18
• Coach adult performance training sessions
• Deliver high-level personal training
• Coach sports teams and athletic groups
• Demonstrate and teach proper strength and movement technique
• Coach speed, agility, strength, power, conditioning, and mobility
• Modify exercises appropriately based on athlete ability and training needs
• Maintain athlete safety through proper technique and movement standards
• Start and finish every training session on time
• Assess athletes and help place them into the appropriate training program
• Track athlete development and maintain accountability
• Build meaningful relationships with athletes and families
• Maintain regular communication regarding athlete progress
• Provide a professional, energetic, and motivating training environment
• Maintain D1 facility and coaching standards at all times
• Deliver industry-leading instruction and education related to athletic performance

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Continuing education through D1-sanctioned coaching and development events
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Work alongside a performance-driven coaching team
• Train athletes ranging from youth competitors to adults and teams
• Free membership and training access in a state-of-the-art performance facility
• Be part of one of the premier athletic training brands in the country
• Coaching environment built around performance, accountability, and results
• Health and wellness Perks for employees

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED