Saratoga Regional YMCA
Location
Saratoga Springs, New York
Salary
$25 - $25 / HOUR
Lead athletic performance classes focusing on functional training, speed, agility, and strength for athletes. Foster a safe, motivating, and positive environment while helping participants develop proper technique and mental growth.
Must be at least 18 years old and hold a current YMCA or NCCA-accredited Certified Personal Trainer certification. Required certifications include CPR, First Aid, and AED, with experience in group and youth programming preferred.
$25.00/hour Evening and Weekend Availability Required
The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for an Athletic Performance Coach and we are excited to have you join our team! The Athletic Performance Coach will be responsible for leading Athletic Performance classes: functional training focused on improving speed, agility, coordination, and age-appropriate strength. Coaches will help athletes develop proper technique and body control, while encouraging kids to challenge themselves, celebrate progress, and grow stronger—both physically and mentally. As part of the Health and Wellness team, the Athletic Performance Coach is responsible for fostering and promoting an energetic, motivating, safe, and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Job Perks: Fun, interactive atmosphere Competitive pay Free YMCA membership
Minimum age of 18 years old CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; Child Abuse Prevention Training, Sexual Harassment Prevention Training required within 60 days of hire date. 1+ year group training experience preferred. 1+ year youth program experience preferred. Must possess a current YMCA or NCCA-accredited Certified Personal Trainer certification.
We’re proud to be recognized as a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace, a national honor awarded based entirely on employee feedback. This recognition reflects our supportive, people-first culture and the passionate team that makes the Y such a special place to work.
The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Market context
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