Strength Coach at Starting Strength Columbus

You’re Not Just Looking for a Job. You’re Ready to Make an Impact.

Do you have a talent for connecting with people, a passion for strength training, and a desire to lead? If you're the kind of person who thrives on helping others grow stronger—inside and out—Starting Strength Columbus is looking for you.

We’re on a mission to build stronger, healthier, more confident individuals—and we need a coach who’s ready to lead from the front.

This Isn’t Your Average Coaching Gig.

At Starting Strength Columbus, we do more than count reps. We’re building a community where Members feel empowered, supported, and inspired to transform their lives. Our coaches are not just trainers—they’re leaders, mentors, and the heartbeat of our gym culture.

Your Role in the Story

You’ll be the coach that helps people rewrite the story they tell themselves about what they’re capable of. You'll guide them through the Starting Strength Method and help them discover strength they didn’t know they had.

As a part-time coach, you’ll also play a critical role in delivering a premium Member Experience—the kind of service that makes people feel seen, supported, and fired up to keep coming back.

We Provide the Tools. You Bring the Fire.

We don’t expect you to be Starting Strength certified—we’ll train you. What we’re looking for is someone with the right mindset, a background in customer service or coaching, and a genuine desire to help others succeed.

Here’s what makes this opportunity different:

• No Cold Calls. No Hustling. You get to focus on what you love—coaching. Our business model is built on relationships, not hard sales.
• A World-Class Training Environment. You’ll coach in a beautiful, well-equipped facility built for serious results.
• Members Who Want to Be Coached. Our Members value professionalism and expertise. They show up committed—and they respect your role.
• Comprehensive Training and Career Development. We’ll invest in your education and development. You’ll grow here—personally and professionally.
• A Clear Path to Leadership. Want to manage a team or run a gym someday? We’re growing fast—and we promote from within.

What We’re Looking For

• A people-first attitude and exceptional interpersonal skills
• Experience in customer service, personal training and/or coaching
• Confidence in leading groups and inspiring others
• A willingness to be coached and to coach others
• A desire to grow into a leadership role

Bonus if you have:
Experience in management, marketing, or social media

What You’ll Do

• Coach Members using the Starting Strength Method (we’ll teach you!)
• Help Members stay consistent, motivated, and on-track
• Foster a welcoming, professional, and positive gym culture
• Collaborate with your team to constantly improve the Member Experience

The Details

• Hours: Starting at 20 hours/week, with opportunities to grow
• Pay: $20/hour during training (2-month period), then competitive hourly performance bonuses
• Training: Full onboarding and coaching development program. You must maintain your own training in the basic barbell lifts as well.
• Advancement: Path to Head Coach/Gym Manager, and beyond in a national franchise system

This Is More Than a Job. It’s a Calling.

If you’re ready to be part of something bigger—to help people become stronger and more confident every day—we want to meet you.

Apply Now

Send your resume and a short cover letter to Columbus@StartingStrengthGyms.com. Tell us why you’re ready to coach, lead, and grow.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Commute:

• Dublin, OH 43017 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30