Youth Performance Coach - Swim

Power Wellness•Fayetteville, GA

About The Position

The Youth Performance Coach develops and leads swim-specific performance programs to help young athletes improve athletic performance and safely prepare for swimming. Programs incorporate strength and conditioning, speed and agility, coordination, endurance, and movement training. The coach devises training plans based on sound scientific principles, supervises training sessions, evaluates young athletes, maintains youth athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning classes as needed. The role also includes designing and implementing training programs for a variety of clients and athletic programs, leading individual and small-group sessions, supporting members and guests with exercise instruction, and contributing to community outreach and member retention. The coach works with sports medicine staff when an injured athlete is participating in rehabilitation and responds to medical emergencies. The position is part-time at Piedmont Wellness Center, which is managed by Power Wellness Management.

Requirements

Prior work experience or an internship in the fitness industry is required.
Personal Training certification is required.
CPR/AED certification is required within 90 days of hire; certification is provided by Power Wellness.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with members in a positive, service-based manner.
Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to lift 45 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A degree is preferred but not required.
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement strength and conditioning programs for a variety of clients and athletic programs, particularly youth.
Lead individual and small-group training sessions for members with varying fitness levels.
Engage in community outreach to promote the Human Performance Lab and program collaboration within the community.
Consult with sports medicine staff when working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation.
Provide supervision and basic exercise instruction for members, guests, and sports performance program participants.
Maintain visibility and engagement with members and guests.
Screen health history information and coordinate processes for receiving medical clearance as applicable.
Schedule and perform fitness assessments, orientations, and follow-up appointments in accordance with established protocols.
Discuss and make recommendations related to individuals’ goals.
Respond to medical emergencies as a first responder, bringing an AED and additional first-aid supplies.
Complete incident reports for medical emergencies.
Assist in planning and implementing member retention programs.
Maintain cleanliness of the green turf and equipment; inspect equipment and upholstery, report maintenance or repair needs, and remove equipment from service until maintenance is completed.
Maintain youth athlete records, evaluate young athletes, and teach strength and conditioning classes as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.