What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Performance Coach position at Positive Sports Lab?
Company Description Positive Sports Lab is a high-performance training facility serving youth, high school, and professional athletes. The team delivers individualized, science-based programming supported by intentional coaching and a competitive training environment. Training methods integrate movement fundamentals, strength development, and sport-specific preparation. The facility is focused on building confident, capable, and resilient athletes who perform at a high level and sustain long-term development. Coaches collaborate closely with athletes to align training with their performance goals.
Role Description This is a part-time, on-site Sports Performance Coach role based in Lakewood Ranch, FL. The coach will design and lead evidence-based training sessions for individual athletes and small groups, focusing on movement quality, strength, power, speed, and conditioning. Daily responsibilities include assessing athlete needs, tracking progress, and adjusting programs based on performance data and training response. The role involves providing clear instruction, feedback, and positive reinforcement to athletes of varying ages and skill levels, while maintaining a safe and competitive training environment. The coach will also communicate with staff, parents, and, when appropriate, sport coaches to ensure alignment on athlete development goals.
Qualifications
- Experience coaching youth, high school, and/or professional athletes in strength and conditioning, sports performance, or related fields.
- Knowledge of movement fundamentals, strength training principles, speed and agility development, and sport-specific conditioning.
- Ability to implement individualized, science-based training programs and interpret performance data and assessments.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and positive, constructive coaching.
- Commitment to athlete safety, including proper technique instruction, risk management, and adherence to facility standards and protocols.
- Relevant certification (e.g., CSCS, SCCC, USA Weightlifting, NASM, NSCA, ACSM) or progress toward certification is preferred.
- Bachelor’s or current enrollment in a degree program in exercise science, kinesiology, sports performance, or a related field is beneficial.
- Ability to work on-site in Lakewood Ranch, FL during afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends as needed.