Strength & Conditioning Coach / Fitness Trainer

Close Grip Fitness – Perumbakkam, Chennai

Close Grip Fitness is a strength and conditioning fitness center focused on structured coaching, progressive training and long-term member development.

We are looking for a full-time Strength & Conditioning Coach / Fitness Trainer who is passionate about coaching people, understands exercise fundamentals, and is willing to learn and work within the Close Grip training system.

What you'll do

- Coach strength & conditioning sessions for individuals and groups.
- Demonstrate exercises and ensure correct technique, movement quality and safety.
- Guide members through structured training programs.
- Conduct basic fitness and movement assessments.
- Track member performance and progress.
- Provide individual attention and corrections during group sessions.
- Support Personal Training sessions when required.
- Build good professional relationships with members and help maintain a positive training environment.
- Work closely with the Head Coach and follow Close Grip's programming and coaching standards.
- Continuously improve your knowledge of strength training, conditioning, mobility and movement.

What we're looking for
- Good understanding of basic strength training and exercise technique.
- Ability to confidently coach and communicate with members.
- Genuine interest in fitness, strength & conditioning and learning.
- Reliable, punctual and disciplined.
- Comfortable coaching both beginners and experienced members.
- Willingness to learn our training methodology and accept feedback from the Head Coach.




- Ability to work as part of a coaching team.

Qualifications: A recognised fitness certification is preferred.

Candidates with certifications such as ACE, ACSM, NASM, ISSA or equivalent fitness/strength & conditioning qualifications are welcome to apply.

Candidates with a sports, exercise science, physiotherapy or physical education background may also apply.

Previous coaching experience is preferred, but promising junior coaches with strong fundamentals and a willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply.

Location:

Close Grip Fitness

Perumbakkam, Chennai – 600131

Candidates should preferably live within a reasonable commuting distance from Perumbakkam or be willing to commute reliably.

Working Hours

This is a full time, on-site coaching position.

The role may involve morning and evening training sessions, based on the coaching schedule.

What you'll get

- Opportunity to work in a structured strength & conditioning environment.
- Hands-on experience coaching different fitness levels.
- Mentorship and development under the Head Coach.
- Exposure to group coaching, personal training, assessments and performance tracking.
- Opportunity to grow with Close Grip Fitness as our coaching team expands.

Application Please apply with your updated resume.

Shortlisted candidates will have an initial discussion followed by a practical coaching assessment/interview at Close Grip Fitness.

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Experience:
- Coaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Strength and Conditioning Coach (Chennai)
🏢 CLOSE GRIP FITNESS
📍 Chennai