Description

Performance Edge is seeking highly motivated Assistant Strength and Performance Coach to provide group and one-to-one coaching and instruction to clients based on the individual, sport, position, and time of season needs, through demonstration of scientifically proven, fundamentally safe lifting protocols and exercises for the purpose of injury prevention, performance and health.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Director/Head Sports Performance Coach in program development and implementation
• Training amateur and professional athletes (including fitness, health and wellness education)
• Establish baseline assessments through appropriate testing and fitness evaluations
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, and other local professional services (orthopedics, physical therapists, rehab centers, etc...)
• Marketing/sales and speaking engagements
• Maintain accurate records
• Point of sale
• Facility upkeep, maintenance, cleaning, etc

Requirements

• Candidates must have extensive (1 to 5 years) experience in coaching (strength & conditioning) groups, individuals and athletes from a wide variety of sports/health & fitness backgrounds.
• Possess a Bachelors of Arts or Masters of Science degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology/Science or Sport Science.
• Current CPR/AED and Standard First Aid Certification, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Professional certifications through the NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach Certification or ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) are encouraged.
• Understanding of sprint and running mechanics and implemented successful training blocks and use of periodization to develop athletes.
• Applicants must have a passion for helping others, a desire to achieve, goal oriented, an unparalleled work ethic, and a strong desire to continually educate themselves through scientific research.
• Able to physically conduct training sessions and assist clients during sessions when needed.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills are important, as are applicants’ educational backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Competent knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office software.