KidStrong Coach: Youth Performance/Fitness/Teaching/Exercise/Coaching

Are you ready to make an IMPACT?

At KidStrong South Bend, our mission is to create a fun and safe space where our Michiana community can come together with one goal at heart: TO HAVE KID'S WIN AT LIFE!

KidStrong is more than a gym—it's a leading science-based kids training program focused on building stronger, smarter, more confident kids (ages walking through 11 years old) through physical, mental, and character development.

Are you a likable PERFORMER - capable of putting on a show for the parents while having fun with their kids? Do you have COMMAND PRESENCE to control a dozen 4-year-olds with authority?

If you can't answer YES to both of the above, this is NOT a job for you.

If YES, you are a special human being and could be an AMAZING fit for us, so keep on reading!!!

KidStrong South Bend is scheduled to open in Early Summer 2026, and we are looking for passionate, energetic, and professional Coaches to join our amazing team! If you love working with children and want to make a lasting impact on their lives, we want to talk to you!

This is NOT your typical coaching job! Here, you’ll:

. Run, jump, crawl, cheer, high-five, and inspire kids every day

. Make a real impact in hundreds of young lives

. Be part of a dynamic, fun, and supportive team

KidStrong Coach Responsibilities

As a KidStrong Coach, you are the face of our program and the leader in the center. Your key responsibilities include:

• Coaching Excellence: Lead classes of 6 to 15 children (with a co-coach) using the provided KidStrong curriculum, ensuring a dynamic, fun, and professional environment.
• Demonstration & Safety: Demonstrate exercises, manage class flow, and work hands-on with students to ensure proper technique and safety.
• Parent Engagement: Greet parents/guardians and effectively communicate the curriculum and student progress using the KS Coach’s App.
• Amazing Trial Experience: Create an incredible first-class experience for families coming in for their free trial class, motivating them to join us as members!
• Teamwork & Training: Attend monthly staff programming meetings, complete required training, and maintain professional communication with co-workers.
• Community Engagement: Through marketing and Community Service Events
• Center Operations: Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the center, including equipment, lobby, and floors.
• Physical Activity: Be ready for a physically intensive environment, including lifting/moving equipment (up to 50 pounds) and active movement throughout the shift.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Non-Negotiable: A genuine passion for working with children!
• Performer Mindset: You are making it fun for kids and putting on an engaging show for the parents! Self-starter with a positive, motivating energy, and an effective communication style. Must enjoy being in the spotlight and engaging with an audience!
• Experience: Prior experience working with kids ages 14 months to 11 years is required. Any Kids coaching, Early childhood education or Theatre background is a PLUS!
• Knowledge: On how to make Kid's have tons of fun, while interacting with and educating parents along the way.
• Certification: Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it immediately).

Check out this video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=mz6b70hoeFY

Work Schedule

We offer flexible scheduling opportunities, but candidates must have some availability during our peak times:

• Weekdays: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
• Weekends: Typically 7:45 AM - 3:30 PM.
• Opportunity to increase hours through summer camps, private party coaching, Parents Night Out events, and field trips.
• We are looking for coaches that can provide a consistent 5-15 hours per week. Consistency is key for our kids to have their very own "SUPER HERO" coach each week that they attend class.

Why Join KidStrong South Bend?

You will be part of our founding KidStrong team. We are a group of amazing, professional individuals that love what they do. This is a chance to build a fun career where you are actively making a difference in the health and confidence of kids every single day.

Ready to start making kids smarter & stronger? Apply today!

LETS GO!!

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• $18.00 per hour
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to comfortably and professionally engage with children and adults?
• Are you comfortable working with kids 1 year to 11 years old?

Experience:

• Youth Engagement: min. 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR and First-aid Certification 

Ability to Commute:

• Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Required)

Work Location: In person

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to KidStrong Corporate.