Trainer/Coach

Breuckelen Athletic•New York, NY

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Breuckelen Athletic is a high-end training and recovery facility in Gowanus/Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, focused on long-term health, mental well-being, and meaningful relationships with members. The organization emphasizes sustainable progress, holistic improvements, self-perception, and behavior change rather than short-term trends or numerical outcomes. The full-time, salaried Coach role is a 40-hour-per-week position for a professional, team-oriented coach with a strong foundation who wants to build a long-term career in a collaborative, values-driven organization. Coaches deliver private and semi-private training, individualized programming, and an exceptional member experience. The role also includes communications, programming administration, maintaining client records, contributing to projects and initiatives, and supporting the facility and team. Coaches work a consistent weekly schedule that combines mornings, evenings, and/or weekends, with the stated goal of supporting coach development and work-life balance. The ideal candidate brings technical expertise, emotional intelligence, professionalism, organization, accountability, and a commitment to continued learning. They are motivated to help members improve their health, confidence, and quality of life over the long term, and to contribute to team and business success.

Requirements

At least 3 years of coaching experience in a professional setting, such as a gym, studio, strength and conditioning facility, performance environment, or related discipline.
Experience designing and delivering individualized programs for clients with varied goals and ability levels.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport with members.
Ability to independently manage client relationships and maintain a high standard of service.
Nationally recognized training certification.
CPR certification.
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Professionalism, reliability, accountability, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
Ability to communicate effectively, follow through on commitments, and contribute positively to team culture.
Openness to feedback and commitment to personal growth and continuous learning.
Empathy, emotional intelligence, and skill in building meaningful relationships.
Comfort engaging in thoughtful conversations about the organization’s mission, philosophy, values, and coaching approach.
Willingness to contribute wherever needed, including administrative responsibilities.
Availability for a consistent 40-hour weekly schedule that includes a combination of mornings, evenings, and/or weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience with semi-private training, group training, athletic performance, or specialty modalities.
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Nutrition, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field; noted as a plus but not required.
Experience in hospitality, operations, customer service, or another professional environment.
Continued education focused on building tangible skills and applied knowledge.

Responsibilities

Coach private and semi-private training sessions and create individualized programs suited to members’ goals, abilities, and lifestyles.
Deliver a consistently high-quality coaching experience aligned with Breuckelen Athletic’s mission, philosophy, and standards.
Conduct introductory sessions to explain the value of training at Breuckelen Athletic to prospective members.
Build trust-based relationships and support members’ long-term health and fitness journeys.
Maintain accurate, organized client records, programming notes, and communications.
Identify opportunities to improve member engagement, retention, and overall experience.
Collaborate with fellow coaches and leadership to support consistent coaching quality and member outcomes.
Respond professionally and promptly to member questions, feedback, and requests.
Contribute to ongoing education, team development, and discussions of coaching methodology and best practices.
Help maintain a clean, organized, welcoming facility.
Handle communications, programming, and administrative aspects of the role.
Support new projects and initiatives and contribute ideas that strengthen the member experience and business.

Benefits

Company-sponsored continuing education seminars.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid vacation.
Sick time.
401(k).
Complimentary gym membership.
Yearly allowance for individualized continuing education.
Opportunities to grow into various areas of the company.
Competitive compensation based on experience, with the ability to advance to higher levels of pay.