Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Jobs
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach jobs are open across collegiate athletics, professional sports, and private performance facilities, from entry-level assistant roles to head-bound associate positions, with specializations in team sport performance, rehabilitation integration, and sport science. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Who We Are
I've owned GHP for nine years, and I'm looking for a strength coach who loves running and wants to be great at coaching runners and athletes. Our goal is to help people hit 1 million+ personal bests over the coming decades.
GHP is a performance gym built around strong, fast, injury-resilient people, and running is the center of it. We offer 1:1 sessions and small groups capped at six, and we're the closest thing to collegiate-level T&F coaching in one house. Our members come to us to run faster and stay healthy, and our coaches live that world with them.
We coach:
- Competitive and recreational adult runners, cyclists, and triathletes
- Youth sprinters and distance runners for T&F/XC
- Field sport athletes (soccer, field hockey, etc.)
- Adults building fitness for life
About the Role
This is a coaching role first. You will program daily and be responsible for member retention. You'll learn directly from me, and you'll also help the business grow by supporting admin, showing up at events, and contributing to marketing. The more of that you can do, the more hours and pay are available.
What You'll Do
Coaching and programming
- Coach 1:1 and small group sessions (up to 6 people) across adults & youth athletes
- Design and periodize programs that blend running mechanics, plyometrics, and strength
- Coach on the track if you have the experience to do so
Member relationships
- Own retention for your coaching group: attendance check-ins, goal reviews, and spotting problems early
- Show up for members at races, youth competitions, and community events
Business support
- Run consultations with prospective members and help onboard them
- Create content and support marketing
- Keep schedules, notes, and member records accurate in our systems: Notion (our operating system and SOPs), Slack (daily team communication), and fitDEGREE (member and gym management software and CRM)
You don't need to know these already, but you do need to learn them quickly and use them consistently.
This Is For You If
- You're a runner, or live in running culture. You enjoy being around running, talking about it, and spending your days in a running-based facility. Most of our members are runners, and the right coach is one of them.
- You want to get better at coaching every month and will take direct feedback well
- You want a mentor, not just a job
- You want to work a lot and will take on more (events, content, admin) to grow your hours and income
- You're comfortable talking with athletes, parents, and prospects of every age
- You're organized without needing to be managed
This Is Not For You If
- You aren't interested in running and would see this as a stepping stone to a different kind of gym
- You want to write programs and avoid sales conversations
- You coach on the side or run your own client business
- You can't work split days (early morning and evening) or occasional weekend events
- You want a corporate gym environment
We'll make an exception to the running requirement only for an exceptional coach with a strong competitive-sport track record.
Requirements
- CSCS (or actively pursuing it); NASM or equivalent training certification accepted to start
- 2+ years of coaching experience
- Able to coach up to 6 athletes at once without losing individual attention
- Comfortable learning and consistently using software
Plus: USATF, RRCA, or similar certification; running coaching at the club, high school, or college level; college track, cross country, or soccer background; experience programming sprint, distance, or endurance training.
Schedule
Scheduled across Mon-Sat. Hours are generally 6am-12pm and/or 3-8pm, with variability day to day. Morning and evening coaching on the same day is expected at times, plus occasional weekend events. Hours grow with your skills and availability.
Compensation and Growth
- $32/hour. $50,000+ annualized with 30-35 hours/week.
- More hours open up as you take on additional coaching, admin support, events, and marketing.
- Health insurance and a continuing education stipend are included.
- Pay increases as your responsibility and the gym grow. Being skilled at more than coaching a squat will matter a lot.
How to Apply (Two Steps)
- Apply here on Indeed with your resume (you're doing this now).
- Complete our short application at https://form.jotform.com/261274364886064. It takes about 10 minutes. You'll be asked to submit a programming sample of yours that includes the type of person it was for, plus a few written questions.
You'll see a confirmation message on screen. If you don't receive that, your application didn't go through. Applications without the step-2 form are not reviewed. We interview on a rolling basis.
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Personal training: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- D1 Training46

- Vasa Fitness38

- Briotix Health38

- Athletic training solutions22

- Interactive Government Holdings22

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services75
- Education19
- Sports & Recreation2
- Technology & Software2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant strength and conditioning coach jobs.
- CSCS or SCCC certification required or strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field
- Experience designing and implementing sport-specific strength and conditioning programs
- CPR and AED certification current and in good standing
- Proficiency with athlete monitoring software and load management tools
- Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends during competition season
Tips for Your Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Job Search
List your certifications above the fold
Hiring managers in this field scan for CSCS, SCCC, or CPR credentials immediately. Put your certifications in a dedicated line near your name, not buried in education, so they're visible before a committee ever reads your experience.
Quantify athlete outcomes on your resume
Generic phrases like 'designed programming' don't differentiate you. Cite specific outcomes: vertical jump improvements, speed gains, or injury reduction rates from your previous role. Numbers tied to athlete performance get callbacks that vague descriptions don't.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant strength and conditioning coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name the sport
Filter your search by sport when possible. A football-specific posting demands different programming knowledge than a swimming or volleyball role. Tailoring your application to the sport context signals real familiarity, not just generic S&C competency.
Prepare a sample training block to show
Many interviews at the collegiate or professional level ask you to present a mesocycle or week of programming on the spot. Have a clean, sport-specific sample block ready to walk through, including your rationale for load, volume, and timing decisions.
Negotiate start date around off-season access
If you receive an offer, ask when your first full training cohort begins. Starting two weeks before athletes return gives you critical onboarding time with the head coach. Use that window as a negotiating point if the salary offer isn't flexible.
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant strength and conditioning coachs?
D1 Training, Vasa Fitness, and Briotix Health are hiring the most assistant strength and conditioning coachs right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Collegiate athletic departments and professional sports organizations account for the largest share of active postings.
How many assistant strength and conditioning coach jobs are remote?
About 7% of assistant strength and conditioning coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include sport science consulting, programming coordination, and online athlete coaching for private performance businesses.
How do you become an assistant strength and conditioning coach?
Start by completing a degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a closely related field. Pursue your CSCS credential through the NSCA, which requires a bachelor's degree and passing a two-part exam. Gain practical hours through internships or volunteer positions with collegiate or club programs. Many coaches also complete a graduate assistantship, which combines paid experience with an advanced degree.
How do you get hired as an assistant strength and conditioning coach with little experience?
Volunteer or intern with a local college, high school, or club program to build supervised coaching hours before you apply. Earning your CSCS early signals seriousness even without paid experience. Apply to graduate assistantship postings, which are designed for entry-level candidates and often include tuition support. Referrals from internship supervisors carry significant weight in this field, so treat every unpaid role as an audition.
What does the assistant strength and conditioning coach interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a phone or video screen focused on your certification status, sport background, and philosophy. A campus or facility visit typically follows, where you may be asked to coach a live session with athletes or present a sample training block to the staff. Final rounds often include meetings with athletic directors, sport coaches, or sports medicine staff who want to assess how you collaborate across departments.
Where can I find and apply to assistant strength and conditioning coach jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant strength and conditioning coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your sport background, certification level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits your profile.
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