Description

Join the Coaching Team at A3 Sports Performance
Changing Lives Through Coaching — Athletes, Adults & Adaptive Fitness

At A3, coaching is the product. We don’t run workouts — we develop athletes and people.

An A3 Performance Coach delivers structured, intentional coaching that drives measurable development in strength, speed, athleticism, confidence, and character while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Our coaches work with competitive athletes, adults, and individuals with disabilities, helping improve performance and build confidence through exceptional coaching. Professionalism, curiosity, and genuine compassion for the people we coach are essential in this environment.

We’re looking for an experienced coach who takes pride in their craft and wants to build a career as part of a professional coaching team.

Whether your background is in strength & conditioning, youth performance training, or personal training, we’re interested in coaches who are serious about the work and committed to continual improvement. 

If you thrive in a positive, supportive environment where expectations are high, the mission is bigger than any one person, and culture truly matters, you’ll fit right in at A3. 

Why This Role Matters (For You)

You’ll work in a structured environment alongside driven teammates who care deeply about the people we serve and help raise the standard of coaching. A3’s programs are built on sports science and a well-defined training philosophy, and our coaches are encouraged to think critically, ask questions, and continuously deepen their understanding of the “why” behind the work.

You’ll coach athletes across diverse populations where no two days are the same and the impact of the work is huge. Our coaches regularly help athletes achieve big wins — whether it’s getting recruited to the college level or walking unassisted for the first time as an adult.

For coaches who take pride in their craft, stay hungry to grow, and thrive in a serious, positive training environment, this role offers the opportunity to change lives through coaching.

Key Function of the Role

The Performance Coach exists to ensure that every athlete at A3 experiences professional, intentional coaching that drives measurable development.

By executing A3’s training systems with attention and precision, Performance Coaches help athletes develop strength, speed, power, movement quality, confidence, and character while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

This role is central to protecting the A3 coaching standard and athlete experience, ensuring athletes remain engaged, challenged, and progressing.

Responsibilities

Coaching & Program Delivery
- Deliver A3 programming as written while mastering the intent and structure of the training system.
- Actively coach sessions minute-to-minute rather than supervising workouts.
- Apply appropriate coaching cues, regressions, and progressions to meet individual athlete needs.
- Maintain safety, spacing, and equipment awareness throughout every session.
- Manage group flow efficiently to maximize athlete engagement and minimize downtime.
- Uphold the A3 coaching standard regardless of program, athlete level, or time of day.

Athlete & Client Experience
- Build positive relationships with athletes and clients while reinforcing effort, confidence, and engagement.
- Communicate professionally with athletes and parents within A3 systems.
- Represent A3 positively in all client-facing interactions.
- Deliver a consistent, high-quality coaching experience across youth, competitive, adult, and adaptive populations.

Documentation & Systems
- Complete session notes accurately within 24 hours.
- Record testing data and performance metrics as assigned.
- Follow A3 scheduling, attendance, safety, and injury-response procedures.

Team Contribution
- Participate in team meetings and professional development.
- Collaborate with fellow coaches to maintain consistent program delivery.
- Share observations and coaching insights to support athlete development and a strong coaching culture.

Results

A successful A3 Performance Coach consistently produces the following outcomes:

• Training sessions are safe, structured, and executed as designed, with strong group management and minimal downtime.
• Athletes receive active, attentive coaching throughout the entire session, including clear cues, feedback, and corrections.
• Athletes demonstrate measurable improvement in strength, speed, movement quality, effort, and training confidence over time.
• Session notes and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Sessions start on time and run efficiently, with the coach consistently prepared and ready to lead.
• A3 coaching standards are consistently upheld without the need for repeated reminders or supervision.
• Communication with athletes, parents, and teammates is professional and collaborative, with coaches sharing observations, asking thoughtful questions, and supporting one another to protect and elevate the athlete experience.

Core Values

HUNGER:  We pursue growth, learning, and competitive excellence. We stay curious, coachable, and committed to improving our craft.
HEART:  We care deeply about the people we coach. We empower others to win, protect confidence, and put the team and athlete experience above ego.
HARD WORK:  We prepare, take ownership, and bring consistent effort and professionalism to every session — even when no one is watching.

Our values are not slogans; they are behaviors we expect to see on the floor every day.

Requirements

Requirements

Skills & Attributes

• Embodies A3’s Core Values: Hunger, Heart, and Hard Work
• Confident, clear communicator with the ability to cue and coach all levels
• Strong group management and presence on the floor
• Ability to adapt coaching style without ego
• High emotional intelligence and awareness
• Problem-solving mindset and coachability
• Willingness to learn, adopt, and master A3 coaching systems
• Current background check
• Willingness to pursue specialty certifications if required

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required
• 2-5 years coaching experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field required
• CSCS or Certified Personal Trainer certification strongly preferred
• Competitive athletic background preferred
• Experience or interest in at least one specialty area: Strength & Conditioning; Speed & Agility; Adult Fitness; Adaptive Fitness

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, move, bend, kneel, and coach for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to lift and move up to 60 lbs
• Ability to demonstrate movements and safely spot athletes during lifts

Must be located in or willing to relocate to Bakersfield, California. 

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

We support a workplace where team members and clients feel seen, respected, and empowered to show up fully as themselves — regardless of race, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, background, or ability. That includes hiring and promoting with fairness and transparency, making room for different perspectives, and standing firmly against discrimination and hate in any form.

If you believe that every person deserves to belong, thrive, and be treated with dignity — you’ll feel right at home here.

A3 Sports & Wellness, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

-----------------------------
HOW TO APPLY:
-----------------------------

All interested candidates must complete both steps below to be considered:

1. Complete the Hiring Questionnaire:
Click here for the Hiring Questionnaire

2. Email your Resume and Cover Letter 
Send to: info@a3sportsperformance.com

You can learn more about A3 at: www.a3sportsperformance.com

Selected candidates will be contacted via email to continue the next step of the interview process. Thank you for your time and interest in A3!