Kendall Square CrossFit & Cambridge Athletic Club | Cambridge, MA
Due to continued growth, we are looking to add 1-2 experienced coaches to our team immediately.
We are primarily seeking experienced CrossFit, strength & conditioning, and group fitness coaches. Personal training opportunities are available immediately and expand significantly as client relationships are built.
Kendall Square CrossFit and Cambridge Athletic Club operate four fitness facilities throughout Cambridge, including our flagship CrossFit location in Kendall Square. This position is ideal for a coach who already knows how to lead a room, connect with people, and deliver an exceptional member experience.
Please Do Not Apply If:
- You have never consistently coached group fitness classes.
- You are unavailable for either early morning or evening coaching shifts.
- You are looking for your first coaching position.
What You'll Do
- Coach CrossFit classes
- Coach Olympic Weightlifting classes
- Coach HYROX Hybrid training classes
- Conduct one-on-one personal training sessions
- Build strong relationships with members and clients
- Deliver a professional, welcoming, and engaging coaching experience
What Makes Someone Successful Here
We are looking for professionals who are accountable, dependable, and team-oriented. Our most successful coaches take ownership of their responsibilities, communicate effectively, support their teammates, and are committed to continuous improvement. Technical coaching skills are important, but character, professionalism, and reliability are what separate good coaches from great ones.
Our best coaches combine expertise with humility.
They are confident leading a room, open to feedback, committed to improving their craft, and genuinely care about helping people succeed. Members trust them because of their knowledge, but they continue showing up because of the relationships they build.
Successful coaches at Kendall Square CrossFit:
- Hold a strong presence in a group setting
- Demonstrate professionalism and self-accountability
- Take ownership of their responsibilities and commitments
- Communicate effectively with athletes of all abilities
- Accept constructive feedback professionally
- Continuously work to improve their coaching skills
- Support and elevate their teammates
- Contribute positively to the culture of the gym
- Care deeply about member outcomes and long-term success
Our Culture
We believe great coaching is a team sport.
The strongest coaches on our staff are not only great with members—they are dependable teammates who communicate well, support one another, and contribute to a positive coaching environment.
We value:
- Accountability
- Humility
- Coachability
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
- Genuine care for others
If you're looking for a place where coaches collaborate, challenge each other to improve, and work together to create an exceptional member experience, you'll fit in well here.
Compensation
- CrossFit, HYROX, Olympic Lifting, and Specialty Classes: $30 per class
- Personal Training Sessions: Up to $55 per session
Schedule & Growth Opportunity
- Morning coaching shifts available immediately
- Evening coaching shifts available immediately
- Flexible scheduling options
- Part-time position to start
- Opportunity to grow into a 30+ hour per week role
In the first 90 days, coaches can expect approximately:
- 40% Group Coaching
- 60% Personal Training
As client demand grows, successful coaches typically transition toward:
- 25-30% Group Coaching
- 70-75% Personal Training
Preferred Qualifications
- CrossFit coaching experience
- Strength & conditioning coaching experience
- Personal training experience
- Olympic lifting coaching experience
- Current CPR/AED certification
- Nationally recognized certification (NSCA, NASM, ACSM, ACE, ISSA, etc.)
Why Kendall Square CrossFit & CAC?
Many of our coaches have built long-term careers by combining group coaching and personal training within a supportive team environment.
If you're passionate about helping people, enjoy coaching both individuals and groups, and want an opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on others, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $58.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free fitness classes
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Have you independently coached CrossFit, strength & conditioning, or group fitness classes?
- What do you believe separates a good coach from a great coach?
Experience:
- Group Coaching: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
