Performance Coach

Founding Performance Coach (Full-Time)

Location :
Abu Dhabi, UAE

Abu Dhabi's first performance and recovery club - a hybrid between HYROX-style training, strength and conditioning, and modern recovery methods. We're building a space where performance meets recovery and community. The founding team blends years of athletic, coaching, and operational experience from the UAE, US, UK, and Europe.

As a founding Performance Coach, you'll deliver world-class group training across HYROX, HIIT, strength, and running. You'll inspire, educate, and push members while ensuring safe technique and an unmatched atmosphere. This role goes beyond workouts - you'll serve as an ambassador for the HYPE brand, fostering teamwork, accountability, and friendly competition while helping set the standard - an inclusive premium community where performance is accessible but elevated.

• Coach members through dynamic group classes (20+ participants) and 1:1 personal training.
• Create an energetic and purposeful atmosphere where members train with intent.
• Tailor and structure programs to meet the needs of diverse members, offering regressions and progressions.
• Ensure all members feel welcome, supported, and motivated.
• Represent the organisation with professionalism, integrity, and energy at all times.
• Be available for non-traditional hours (early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays).

Required :

• Certifications:
  
  HYROX L1 preferred; accredited personal training or S&C certification (ACE, NASM, NSCA, ISSA, or equivalent) required.
• Experience:
  
  25 years minimum in coaching and / or group fitness.
• Non-negotiables:
  Strong English communication, on-floor presence, professionalism, and community-first mindset.
• CPR / AED certification (up-to-date).
• Proven ability to lead high-capacity classes with professionalism, presence, and energy.
• Adaptability across multiple training styles (functional, endurance, strength).
• Passion for building community, not just delivering workouts.

Preferred :

• HYROX Coaching Certification (L1+) and / or HYROX coaching / racing experience.
• 5+ years of combined group fitness and / or personal training experience.
• Nutrition certification and / or coaching background.
• Bi/multilingual.
• Experience in premium fitness environments.

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