Full-Time Personal Trainer/Strength & Conditioning Coach
Denman Athletics | Vancouver, BC
Denman Athletics is looking for a full-time Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our team.
This is a salaried coaching position based in Vancouver's West End. You'll spend the majority of your time coaching members through personal training delivered in a small group format, helping them get stronger, move better and make consistent progress.
Unlike many coaching roles, this is a genuine full-time position with a consistent coaching schedule, paid administration time, coach education and the opportunity to grow within the business.
About Us
Denman Athletics is a strength and conditioning facility that works with adults of all ages and abilities. We coach everyone from people completely new to strength training through to runners, cyclists, HYROX athletes and experienced lifters.
We deliver personal training in a small group format, with a maximum of five members per coach. Every member follows an individualised training programme, receives regular progress reviews and is coached every session. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of coaching and creating an environment where people enjoy training and achieve results.
The Role
As one of our full-time coaches, you'll:
- Coach personal training sessions delivered in a small group format.
- Complete consultations, movement assessments and goal-setting sessions with new members.
- Conduct regular progress reviews and member check-ins.
- Adapt training to suit each individual's goals, injuries and experience.
- Build strong relationships with members and help keep them accountable.
- Contribute to team meetings, coach education and gym events.
- Help maintain the professional standards that our members expect.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys coaching people and building relationships.
- Has a genuine interest in strength and conditioning.
- Communicates confidently and professionally.
- Takes ownership of their work and is reliable.
- Enjoys being part of a team and is open to feedback.
- Wants to continue developing as a coach.
Preferred Experience
- Personal Training or Strength & Conditioning qualification (CSEP, NSCA, ACSM, CF-L1 or equivalent).
- Degree or diploma in Kinesiology or Exercise Science is an asset.
- Previous experience coaching personal training, strength training or semi-private training.
- Comfortable coaching a wide range of ages, abilities and training goals.
What We Offer
- Full-time salaried position.
- $60,000–$70,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Extended health and dental benefits after three months.
- Ongoing mentoring and coach education.
- A supportive coaching team.
- Opportunities to progress into Senior Coach or Head Coach roles as the business continues to grow.
Availability
The role includes a mixture of early mornings, evenings and Saturday mornings. Split shifts form part of the schedule, with dedicated time allocated for administration, member reviews and coach development.
How to Apply
Please email [email protected] with:
- Your resume.
- A cover letter explaining why you're interested in the role.
- A short (approximately two-minute) video introducing yourself and telling us why you'd be a good fit for Denman Athletics.
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- What is the postcode in which you reside?
- What mode of transport do you use?
- How far do you live from the location of the job advertised in KMs?
- How many years Personal Training Experience do you have?
- Do you have current working visa status and if so for how long? E.g. IEC Visa with 1 year remaining, PR etc
- Why do you want to work at Denman Athletics?
Work Location: In person
