Manager of Sports Performance

ABOUT US

Athletic Republic is a global leader in science-based sports performance training, with over 35 years of experience and a track record of training more than 2 million athletes worldwide. Our proven programs focus on building speed, agility, strength, and power for athletes of all sports, from youth through the collegiate level.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Athletic Republic Shelby/Commerce is seeking an experienced leader to deliver an exceptional athlete training experience in the Detroit Metro area! The Sports Performance Manager will lead a team of performance coaches and be responsible for supporting the continued growth of the business.

This role will be based at either our Shelby Township or Commerce Township location based on candidate fit and preference.

This role is best suited for someone looking for a leadership experience or their next step in professional growth who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and is motivated by developing athletes and the people around them.

THE ROLE

The Sports Performance Manager is a key role within the Athletic Republic Shelby/Commerce team. Reporting directly to the General Manager (owner) the Manager is responsible for leading the training environment, managing the coaching staff, and overseeing the day-to-day operation of the facility, while actively working with athletes on the floor. This role enjoys having input to how training is delivered and programmed as well as execution of sessions.

This role blends:

• Coaching
• Training
• Leadership
• Operations
• Business growth

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Training, Coaching & Athlete Development

• Deliver high-quality performance training from youth up through collegiate and professional athletes, while also having an understanding for general population
• Lead athlete evaluations and onboarding
• Ensure a consistent, results-driven training experience

Performance Programming & Team Integration

• In collaboration with the General Manager, oversee the implementation and quality of performance and strength programming across all athletes
• Ensure training programs are aligned with Athletic Republic protocols while meeting the needs of individual athletes
• Support and help execute programming for team training and club partnerships
• Collaborate with coaches and staff to ensure consistency and progression across all training environments

Team Leadership & Development

• Foster a culture of accountability, energy, and continuous improvement
• Train, mentor, lead, motivate, develop and inspire a high-performing coaching staff
• Manage scheduling and staffing to optimize efficiency
• Provide input on hiring decisions and participate in the interview process when appropriate

Athlete Experience & Retention

• Make training fun and assure that AR is where athletes want to train
• Lead and conduct prospective athletes & their parents through free trials to close sale
• Oversee athlete progress tracking and performance assessments
• Communicate effectively with athletes and parents
• Coordinate with ownership and business development staff to support client retention initiatives and overall athlete experience
• Drive retention, referrals, and long-term athlete success

Community & Business Development

• Build relationships with local coaches, teams, and organizations
• Support partnerships and outreach efforts
• Assist in generating new athlete opportunities

Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the training center
• Maintain and contribute to a clean, organized, and high-performance environment
• Support ownership in executing key initiatives
• Provide input that makes us better.

WHO YOU ARE

• An athlete performance professional with leadership acumen who has a passion for athlete development
• High energy, motivated, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable leading both people and processes
• Strong communicator with athletes, parents, and staff
• Takes ownership of outcomes and team performance

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field
• Understanding of sports performance training principles
• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring others
• An inspiring, dynamic and motivating personal presence.

Preferred:

• 3-5 years experience training athletes (youth through adult)
• Certifications (NSCA, CSCS, NASM, etc.)
• Previous leadership or management experience

WHY ATHLETIC REPUBLIC

Athletic Republic is built on over 35 years of science-based performance training, helping more than 1 million athletes worldwide.

Locally, we are building a culture focused on delivering real results for athletes while creating growth opportunities for our staff.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 1-3 years of experience training athletes?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $46,000