Strength & Conditioning Coach – FIT ACADEMY

Location: Thomastown, Melbourne
Job Type: Casual / Part-Time (with potential to grow)

About Us
FIT ACADEMY is a results-driven Strength & Conditioning studio with a strong reputation for high-quality coaching, community, and client care. Established 8 years ago, we provide a holistic approach to health, covering movement, nutrition, mindset, and recovery.

Our mission is simple: help people move with purpose and live with intention, creating sustainable change and unlocking their full potential.

About the Role
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Strength & Conditioning Coach to deliver an exceptional experience through coaching to our members across shared personal training, private coaching sessions, group strength & conditioning training and 1:1 mentoring sessions. This role is about more than just running sessions — it’s about building relationships, providing ongoing support, and educating clients so they achieve long-term, lasting results.

You’ll be part of a supportive team where your growth matters. With over 18 years in the industry, our head coach will provide you with mentoring and regular professional development to elevate your skills in coaching, communication, nutrition, mindset, and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, high-quality shared PT coaching sessions

Educate and motivate members to achieve their goals through training, nutrition, recovery, and mindset

Build authentic relationships with members, creating a sense of community and belonging

Provide ongoing accountability and support to help clients stay consistent through challenges

Foster a positive, motivating, and community-driven environment

Contribute to member growth and retention through exceptional service and communication

Providing ongoing member consultations for nutrition and mindset coaching

Be involved in program development and innovation

Opportunity to grow into sales, marketing, and admin responsibilities if desired

Skills or knowledge in flexibility training, gymnastics and/or pilates reformer is also highly desirable.

What We’re Looking For

Cert III & IV in Fitness (or equivalent)

Previous coaching/training experience preferred but not essential (we value attitude, passion and desire to learn and grow with the support of our head coach and other experienced coaches)

Strong communication skills and ability to connect with people

A genuine desire to help clients succeed — you go above and beyond to support them

Growth mindset and willingness to learn

Passionate about health, fitness, and continual personal/professional development

What We Offer

Ongoing mentoring and development from an experienced coach with 18+ years in the industry

Regular professional and personal development opportunities

A supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunity to grow your role and responsibilities (coaching, admin, sales, marketing)

Being part of a values-driven business where your work truly makes an impact

What It's Like Working At FIT ACADEMY

At FIT ACADEMY, we’re more than just a gym — we’re a community. Our culture is built on five core values that shape how we train, coach, and support each other:

Integrity – Do the right thing, even when no one’s watching.

Community – We’re stronger together; connection is at the heart of what we do.

Resilience – We embrace challenges and grow through adversity.

Growth Mindset – We’re always learning, improving, and striving for better. We're here to get it right, not just be right

Authenticity – We show up as ourselves and value real, honest relationships and encourage our members to do the same.

When you join FIT ACADEMY, you’ll be part of a team that lives these values every day — creating an environment where both coaches and clients thrive.

How to Apply
If you’re passionate about fitness, love coaching, and want to be part of a supportive team that invests in your growth, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’d be a great fit for this role.