Part-Time Strength & Conditioning Coach LIFT Performance Plantsville, CT Job Details Part-time $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits On-site gym Gym membership Flexible schedule Free fitness classes Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification AED Certification Full Job Description Part-Time Strength & Conditioning Coach LIFT Performance About LIFT At LIFT Performance, our mission is: We rise by lifting others. We are a growing strength and conditioning community built around high-quality coaching, personal relationships, accountability, and helping members become stronger, healthier, and more capable. We work with a wide range of members, from everyday adults to competitive athletes, and our training blends strength, conditioning, functional fitness, athletic development, and performance-based programming. As LIFT continues to grow, we are looking to add a Part-Time Strength & Conditioning Coach to our coaching team. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for someone with an Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, or related background who wants to develop into an excellent coach. Previous coaching experience is a plus, but it is not required . We care more about finding someone who is: Personable Athletic Energetic Mature Coachable Dependable A strong communicator A great teammate Excited to learn We will teach you how we coach at LIFT. You will be responsible for delivering LIFT's programming , learning our coaching system, understanding the intent behind each class, and helping create the type of experience that keeps our members excited to train. What You'll Do As a LIFT Strength & Conditioning Coach, you will: Coach group strength and conditioning classes Deliver LIFT programming as written and understand the intent behind each training session Demonstrate and teach exercises clearly and effectively Coach proper technique and movement quality Provide appropriate regressions, progressions, and modifications when necessary Manage athletes and members of different ability levels within the same class Create a positive, energetic, and welcoming training environment Learn members' names, goals, strengths, limitations, and personalities Build genuine relationships with the LIFT community Help members feel seen, supported, challenged, and accountable Set up and organize equipment before and after sessions Maintain a clean and professional training floor Communicate effectively with the rest of the coaching team Participate in staff development, education, and coaching feedback Represent LIFT professionally both inside and outside the gym Who We're Looking For Our ideal candidate: Has a background in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Training, or a related field Has an athletic background or experience participating in sports Understands foundational strength and conditioning principles Is physically active and genuinely interested in fitness and performance Has a confident and professional presence Communicates extremely well with different personalities Is energetic without being overbearing Is mature, dependable, and punctual Takes feedback well Is eager to learn and improve Works well as part of a team Genuinely enjoys helping other people succeed Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a great personality and strong character who we can develop into an exceptional coach.

Qualifications Preferred:

Bachelor's degree or currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Strength & Conditioning, or related field Athletic or competitive sports background Previous coaching, personal training, or group fitness experience Certifications such as NASM, NSCA, CSCS, ACSM, ACE, or similar are a plus but not necessarily required for the right candidate. CPR/AED certification will be required. Schedule Part-time / flexible Coaching opportunities may include: Early mornings Mornings Evenings Saturdays Scheduling will be based on both the coach's availability and LIFT's class needs. Compensation $25 per class Additional opportunities and responsibilities may become available as the coach develops and LIFT continues to grow. Growth at LIFT We are not simply looking for someone to fill a few classes. We are looking for someone who could potentially grow with LIFT . For the right person, future opportunities may include: Additional coaching hours Semi-private coaching Personal training Athlete development HYROX and hybrid performance coaching Specialty programs Leadership opportunities Greater responsibility as LIFT expands What LIFT Means to Us Great coaching is more than knowing exercises. It's being able to walk into a room and make people better. It's knowing when someone needs to be pushed and when they need support. It's being prepared. It's communicating. It's building relationships. It's making every member feel like they belong. And it's making the people around you better. We rise by lifting others. That is the type of coach we're looking for.

Pay:

$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Free fitness classes Gym membership On-site gym

Work Location:

In person