D1 Training Internship Assistant Coach

Benefits:

• Authorized Auburn University Partner
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Company Overview: D1 Training

D1 Training is a world-class athletic-based group training facility dedicated to empowering youth athletes (ages 7) and adults. Our mission is to provide the best fitness philosophy world-class coaching and state-of-the-art facilities to help every athlete efficiently and consistently reach their goals.

Our promise is simple: You pick the goal we help you get there. The culture at D1 is defined by a shared drive to motivate inspire and positively impact lives through industry-leading coaching and a uniquely supportive environment.

Internship Summary

This position offers an aspiring strength and conditioning professional a comprehensive hands-on learning experience under the direct mentorship of a certified Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. The intern will assist in the implementation of the D1 training philosophy across various demographics gaining essential real-world experience in coaching program adaptation and client retention.

• Position: Assistant Coach Intern (Part-Time with potential for scaling to full-time Associate Coach position)

Internship Benefits & Professional Perks

• Mentorship: Direct dedicated mentorship from the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach focused on personal growth program development and career advancement.

• Continuing Education: Company-sanctioned events and access to internal educational resources to further enhance knowledge and certification pursuit.

• Networking: Opportunity to build professional relationships within a nationally recognized athletic training franchise.

• D1 Membership: Free membership in a state-of-the-art training facility to support personal fitness and development.

• Career Path: This internship is designed as a direct pipeline for advancement to a paid Associate Coach role upon successful completion and demonstration of required competencies.

Core Learning Objectives & Responsibilities

The intern will be dedicated to training and improving the lives of D1s members (Scholastic Adults and Teams) by actively learning and applying the following:

Category Key Learning/Activity Coaching & Technique * Learn and effectively teach proper form and technique to reduce athlete injury risk and maximize performance.

Program Implementation * Assist in coaching group workouts personal training and team sessions ensuring timely start/finish.
Adaptation & Safety * Observe and practice modifying and adapting movements to best suit an individual athletes needs injuries and skill level.

Client Relations * Foster a positive motivating environment for all athletes. * Learn strategies to maximize client retention through accountability goal setting and superior customer service.

Professional Development * Assist the Head Coach with off-site training and gaining exposure to macrocycle/block programming concepts.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelors degree in Exercise Science or a related field ( Preferred ).
• Must possess a valid AED/CPR/First Aid certification ( Required ).
• A strong passion for the fitness industry high energy and a positive attitude.
• Must be willing to be actively mentored and receptive to professional feedback for personal growth and development.
• Previous experience (academic volunteer or professional) in a strength & conditioning group fitness or personal training setting is a plus.

Note: Interns working toward an NCCA-accredited certification (CSCS SCCC EP-C etc.) will be given priority consideration. Military and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

D1 Training is an emerging fitness franchise that is growing rapidly. D1 Training has over 80 facilities open and 180 in development. At D1 Training we inspire and motivate athletes to reach their goals. At D1 we believe in training the entire body as a unit to produce optimal human performance. No gimmicks no fads; we utilize trusted and proven training techniques used to build the worlds best athletes and deliver the in age-appropriate programs led by our expert coaches. Nothing at D1 is random. Every workout every day follows a strategic 8-week training cycle that is meticulously planned and backed by sports science. What began as training solely for the aspiring youth athlete matured into fitness training for adults as well. With all who participate in the D1 training process moving aggressively towards their goals.

Required Experience:

Intern