Strength & Conditioning Coach
Prime Performance & Therapy – Nanaimo, BC
About Prime Performance & Therapy
At Prime Performance & Therapy, we're more than a high-performance training facility—we're a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping people perform at their best. Our team includes Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Kinesiologists, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Sports Psychologists, and Registered Massage Therapists, all working together to provide an integrated approach to performance, health, and rehabilitation.
Based in Nanaimo, we specialize in developing professional, collegiate, and aspiring athletes while empowering individuals of all backgrounds to move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives.
Our philosophy combines evidence-based coaching, movement excellence, an energetic training environment, and a commitment to making fitness both challenging and enjoyable. Whether working with elite athletes or individuals discovering their inner athlete, our mission is to deliver measurable results while fostering a lifelong commitment to health and performance.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a motivated, growth-oriented Strength & Conditioning Coach to lead the development of our high-performance athletes, including professional, collegiate, and amateur competitors.
This role is ideal for an energetic, outgoing coach who leads by example, thrives in a team environment, and is passionate about helping others reach their full potential.
Start Date: August 3
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver individualized strength and conditioning programs for athletes.
- Lead group training sessions, semi-private coaching, and one-on-one personal training.
- Conduct performance testing and collect athlete data to evaluate progress and optimize programming.
- Analyze and manage performance data using Microsoft Excel to create detailed client reports.
- Collaborate with the performance team to develop new programs and continually improve our training services.
- Maintain a safe, motivating, and professional training environment with an emphasis on proper technique and client well-being.
- Build strong relationships with athletes, parents, and members while delivering an exceptional coaching experience.
- Maintain flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
What We're Looking For - Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Outstanding character, professionalism, and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for coaching and empowering others to achieve their goals.
- An entrepreneurial mindset with the initiative to contribute ideas that help grow both the business and your career.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to identify opportunities and respond to the evolving needs of the business.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with technology and data to support athlete development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Athletic Therapy, or a related field.
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or equivalent certification (or willingness to obtain within six months of hire).
- NCCP Olympic Weightlifting Certification or equivalent is considered an asset.
- Minimum 2 years of strength and conditioning coaching experience.
- Previous experience as an athlete and/or coach is highly valued.
- Current First Aid and CPR-C certification.
- Professional liability insurance.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data organization and reporting.
- Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage: $25–$35/hour, based on experience.
- Following the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period, the successful candidate will transition to a salaried position earning $56,000–$69,000 per year, based on experience.
- Health and dental benefits options.
- Opportunities for career advancement and intrapreneurial growth, including Prime's internal educational certification advancement program.
- Ongoing professional development and mentorship within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
- Complimentary on-site gym membership.
- Casual dress environment.
Why Join Prime Performance & Therapy?
This is more than a coaching position—it's an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a growing performance and rehabilitation facility. You'll have the autonomy to contribute your ideas, work with a diverse range of athletes and clients, and collaborate with an experienced team that values innovation, continuous learning, and excellence.
If you're passionate about coaching, committed to professional growth, and excited to make a lasting impact in the lives of athletes and the community, we'd love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage women and underrepresented coaches who are passionate about strength and conditioning to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $55,000.00-$69,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
