Rise Training and Fitness Strength and Conditioning Coach Moorhead, MN · Full time Company website

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Rise Training and Fitness strives to deliver the best fitness experience in the Fargo-Moorhead area by improving the health and longevity of our members through building strength, improving movement quality, and establishing healthy habits. Locally owned by Chase Morlock and Aaron Lien, we help people build the self-mastery and confidence needed to lead their families, excel in their work, and serve their communities well.

About Rise

Our mission is to help adults take control of their health through strength, movement quality, and healthy habits.

We believe fitness is about stewardship and a vehicle for a better life. Our mission isn't centered on appearance – it's centered on helping people become stronger, healthier, and more disciplined so they can show up at their best for the people in their lives.

Through fitness and healthy habits, we help people build the self-mastery and confidence needed to lead their families, excel in their work, serve their communities well, and grow into the people they were created to be.

We're looking for people who live that mission every day. People who love others, serve first, and genuinely care. Someone who brings energy into every room they walk into. Someone who gets fired up helping others win. And someone who is excited to learn, grow, and be pushed.

Position Summary

The Strength & Conditioning Coach is responsible for delivering exceptional coaching as part of the overall Rise member experience. We pride ourselves on coaching on the floor. People come to Rise to get coached well.

This position coaches small-group personal training sessions, builds relationships, guides the plan, supports retention efforts, and ensures members know they are cared for.

The Coach is often the team member who spends the most time directly interacting with our members. Because of that, this role carries tremendous impact.

The Coach’s three main goals:

• Help members get results.
• Help members stay consistent.
• Help members know they are cared for.

Core Responsibilities

1. Coaching & Member Success

• Coach approximately 20–30 hours per week
• Deliver high energy coaching sessions through instruction, modification, and expertise
• Build meaningful relationships with members
• Administer InBody composition scans and fitness assessments
• Help members stay engaged and consistent

2. Member Experience & Retention

• Conduct on-the-floor check-ins with members
• Communicate with members via phone calls, text messages, and emails
• Create memorable moments for members
• Celebrate member wins and achievements
• Identify members at risk of falling off track
• Provide honest and constructive feedback to members

3. Administrative Support

• Follow up with leads
• Write letters, send text messages, make phone calls, and send emails
• Support new member onboarding
• Participate in community outreach & events

4. Facility Excellence

• Uphold daily facility appearance and cleanliness standards
• Weekly facility cleaning and maintenance
• Semi-annual team deep cleaning 
• Assist with equipment organization

5. Continued Education & Professional Growth

• Read and study strength and conditioning research regularly
• Complete continued education courses
• Learn nutrition coaching principles
• Attend team education opportunities
• Improve coaching, communication, and EQ skills
• Expand knowledge of movement & exercise cues 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field
• Current Personal Training Certification (NSCA, NASM, CFSC, ACE, etc.) 
• Previous athletic strength coaching experience preferred
• CPR and AED Certified
• Strong communication skills
• Positive attitude and growth mindset
• Passion for strength training and healthy living
• Desire to build a career in fitness

What Success Looks Like

A great coach:

• Loves serving people
• Brings positive energy every day
• Builds strong relationships with members
• Delivers high-quality strength training sessions
• Helps members stay consistent
• Takes ownership of member success
• Communicates proactively
• Learns and grows constantly
• Protects and strengthens the Rise culture
• Can have tough conversations and provide tough coaching when necessary

Expectations

Love, Serve, Care

People are not numbers, memberships, or revenue. We exist to improve lives, and every decision should be made through the lens of helping our members.

Bring Energy

Energy is contagious. We expect you to bring enthusiasm, positivity, and effort every workout session. Your attitude affects the team, the members, and the culture of Rise.

Own It

If something needs to be done, do it. Don't wait, don't point fingers, don't make excuses. Take ownership and find solutions.

Hold the Standard

The best coaches care enough to tell the truth and challenge them when necessary. True kindness is holding people accountable.

Be Humble and Coachable

The best coaches are constantly learning, seeking feedback, and looking for ways to improve. We value growth over ego.

Do the Little Things

The small things matter. Returning phone calls, remembering birthdays, and putting equipment back where it belongs are little details that carry a lot of weight when combined over time.

Be a Team Player

We believe that no task is beneath anyone. Whether it’s making calls, writing letters, cleaning equipment, or helping with events – we all pitch in and do what is needed.

Lead From the Front

People will do what you do far more often than what you say. Model professionalism, discipline, positivity, accountability, and work ethic every day.

Protect the Culture

Culture is built daily and lost quickly. Every team member has a responsibility to protect what makes Rise special.

Never Stop Growing

Develop yourself so you can better develop others. Read books, attend workshops, seek mentorship, and learn from mistakes. 

Compensation

• Base Salary: $40,000 - $60,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Pathway to Head Coach and Director roles
• Opportunity for future leadership advancement

Benefits

• Tax-Free Health Insurance Reimbursement (QSEHRA) – up to $500/month
• Paid Time Off – 15 flexible days annually
• Short-term disability insurance paid by Rise
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave
• Up to 2 weeks paid paternity leave
• Annual professional development allowance for certifications, conferences, and continued education
• Free access to the facility for you and your immediate family
• Flexible scheduling and advance vacation planning
• Voluntary supplemental benefits through Aflac
• Free Rise gear and employee clothing discount

Schedule

This is a full-time position averaging approximately 40 hours per week.

• Monday through Friday:
• Morning shift – 5:00am - 1:00pm
• Afternoon shift – 11am - 7pm
• One Saturday shift per month:
• 7:00am - 11:00am