Summer Camp Coach
D1 Training - Lawrenceville
Location
Lawrence Township, New Jersey
Salary
$20 / HOUR
Quick overview
Lead summer camp classes to improve the speed, strength, and coordination of youth athletes. Develop and implement training programs while ensuring athlete safety and fostering a high-energy environment.
Requirements summary
Requires a valid AED/CPR/First Aid certification and at least one NCCA-accredited certification with minimum one year of coaching experience. A bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and experience with youth athletes are preferred.
Job description
Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Company Overview
D1 Training is an athletic-based group training facility for adults and youth athletes ages 7 and up. Our mission is to provide a world-class training environment that empowers athletes to reach their goals efficiently and consistently.
Our culture sets us apart — we are driven, high-energy, and passionate about impacting lives.
At D1, our promise is
“You pick the goal, we help you get there.”
Our coaches are the driving force behind that promise.
Position Overview
The Summer Camp Coach is responsible for developing kids (athletes and non-athletes) by improving speed, strength, coordination, conditioning, and teamwork.
This role focuses on translating D1’s training philosophy into dynamic, goal focused and fun environment, helping kids gain a great foundation of strength, agility and sports performance in general.
Job Summary: Foster a high-energy, competitive, and motivating training environment
Improve speed, agility, explosiveness and strength while keeping it fun and dynamic
Ensure all kids are performing exercises properly and prevent injuries
Teach discipline, work ethic, and teamwork
Key Responsibilities: Lead summer camp classes Monday to Friday
Develop and implement strength, agility, speed and coordination programs
Coach proper exercise form, keeping it challenging, safe and fun
Incorporate drills focused on: Strength & core engagement
Agility & reaction
Power & explosiveness
Conditioning: Modify and adapt exercises based on age, skill level, and position
Reduce injury risk through proper technique, mobility, and movement patterns
Build strong relationships with kids/athletes and parents
Coaching Expectations
A D1 Summer Football Coach must: Bring high energy, passion, and leadership to every session
Start and finish sessions on time with structured programming
Teach proper technique and ensure athlete safety at all times
Act as a mentor and role model for young athletes
Deliver elite-level coaching in: Strength & conditioning
Speed & agility
Teamwork
Qualifications
Valid AED/CPR/First Aid Certification
At least one NCCA-accredited certification (CSCS, NASM, etc.)
Minimum 1 year of strength & conditioning coach
Experience with youth athletes and kids (preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field (preferred)
Ideal Candidate: Experience with kids and young athletes
Monday to Friday morning availability
Passionate about developing athletes both physically and mentally
Strong communicator with athletes, parents, and staff
Benefits/Perks: Free membership in a state-of-the-art training facility
Opportunity to work with a high-level team, and extended career as D1 Coach.
Hands-on coaching experience in speed, strength, and position-specific development
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Free membership in a state-of-the-art training facility