Overview
Performance Coach Jobs in Cherry Hill, USA at TOGETHXR
NJ/NY Gotham FC (“Gotham FC” or “the Club”) is a National Women’s Soccer League (“NWSL”) team representing New Jersey and New York. The team plays at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ. At Gotham FC, we don’t just play soccer; we set trends, challenge the status quo, and lead with bold creativity. While our roots are grounded in the tradition of the beautiful game, everything else about us is fiercely original.
We’re here to redefine expectations, break boundaries, and build something that hasn’t been done before. If you’re ready to push the limits and make an impact, you belong at Gotham FC!
The Role
Gotham FC is seeking an energetic, highly technical, and floor-focused Performance Coach (alternatively titled Strength & Conditioning Coach or Athlete Development Coach) to serve as the assistant to the Head of Performance. This role is dedicated to the elite execution of team performance training sessions, youth development alignment, and individual coaching. This position requires up to 25% travel, primarily remaining at our home training facilities, and will manage field-based Return to Play (RTP) when the Head of Performance travels full‑time.
This role focuses purely on elite coaching execution, weight room floor leadership, and exceptional athlete development.
Key Responsibilities Athletic Coaching and Management
- Gym Session Execution:
Assist the Head of Performance during first‑team strength, speed, and power lifting blocks. In the absence of the Head of Performance, will lead both team based and individual lifting, activation, recovery, and mobility‑based sessions. - Program Design:
Assist the Head of Performance with team‑based in and individual player performance programming to support athletic development. - Program Implementation:
Execute the periodized team lifting blocks and individualized programs while making adjustment to programs in the presence of symptoms or injuries. - Facility Care & Environment:
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe weight room environment, ensuring all player‑focused training spaces reflect top‑tier professional standards. - Player Trust &
Education:
Build authentic, trusted relationships with athletes on the gym floor. Educate players daily on proper mechanics, intent, and the physical benefits of their specific programming to drive maximum buy‑in.
Return to Play (RTP)
- Interim RTP Management:
Assume responsibility of field‑based and gym‑based Return to Play (RTP) sessions for rehabbing athletes whenever the Head of Performance is traveling. - Medical & Rehab Liaison:
Partner directly with the Medical Staff and Rehab Specialists on‑site to support program adjustments or symptoms management during performance training programs. - Workload Progression Coordination:
Utilize GPS and wearable targets left by the Team Sport Scientist and Head of Performance to carefully step up physical workloads for non‑traveling or injured players. - Up to 25% Travel Rotation:
Provide high‑level performance support during designated first‑team travel blocks ensuring a flawless continuum of care on the road.
Pathway Execution (Gotham 2 & Academy Integration)
- Youth Pathway
Coaching:
Assist the Head of Performance and act as a performance coaching link to Gotham 2 and Academy teams to support talent development.
- Baseline Standards:
Ensure the club’s unified physical development framework is implemented across youth ranks to prepare prospects for senior demands.
Operations & Logistics Assistance
- Supply & Inventory Support:
Assist the Head of Performance by conducting routine inventories of supplies and gym equipment, helping compile order requests for the VP of Performance and Medical. - Equipment Maintenance:
Perform regular safety and operational checks on all weight room training hardware, gym technologies, and tracking equipment.
Working Conditions &
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather events as needed.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, stoop, and sit for extended periods.
- Ability to perform physically demanding…
Title: Performance Coach
Company: TOGETHXR
Location: Cherry Hill, USA
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