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Social Media Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

This is a hands-on, player-coach role built for a startup environment: you set the strategy, carry ... Source, brief, and direct external creators, freelance editors, and contractors when a moment needs ...

Newsela

Manager, Assessment Content (Remote, US)

Manage Assessment Content Designers and Content Contributors - set direction, coach for growth, run ... freelance contributors and third-party vendors at scale, including building and running a quality ...

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Social Media Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

This is a hands-on, player-coach role built for a startup environment: you set the strategy, carry ... Source, brief, and direct external creators, freelance editors, and contractors when a moment needs ...

Newsela

Manager, Assessment Content (Remote, US)

Manage Assessment Content Designers and Content Contributors - set direction, coach for growth, run ... freelance contributors and third-party vendors at scale, including building and running a quality ...

BarkleyOKRP

Senior Producer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

... for running a high volume of concurrent projects - from post-only executions to small- and mid ... Staff and manage freelance crews, editors, and vendors appropriate to the scale of each job - right ...

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Senior Producer

Kansas City, MO

... for running a high volume of concurrent projects - from post-only executions to small- and mid ... Staff and manage freelance crews, editors, and vendors appropriate to the scale of each job - right ...

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Creative Director

Austin, TX · On-site

Whether you're training, running, cycling, or tackling your daily grind, if you move, we've built ... This is a player/coach role for someone who is equally comfortable developing big ideas, providing ...

ROKA

Creative Director

Austin, TX

Whether you're training, running, cycling, or tackling your daily grind, if you move, we've built ... This is a player/coach role for someone who is equally comfortable developing big ideas, providing ...

9root Inc.

Head of Growth

Chicago, IL · On-site

$170 - $210/hr

Player-Coach This is not a role for someone who only manages agencies, reviews dashboards, or ... Manage agency or freelance PR support. * LinkedIn and social Own the Isomer company page and ...

Sesame

Creative Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$180 - $260/hr

You'll be our first creative leader: a player-coach who makes the work and multiplies it. The ... Build and run a mini in‑house content studio: manage an internal creative or freelance team, and ...

Sesame

Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

$200K - $280K/yr

You'll be our first creative leader: a player-coach who makes the work and multiplies it. The ... Build and run a mini in-house content studio: manage an internal creative or freelance team, and ...

Loop AI

Director of Customer Education

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

This is a player-coach charter: you will set the strategy and the operating model, but you will ... Build and run the contractor and agency stack - instructional designers, video producers, freelance ...

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How much do freelance running coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance running coach in the United States is $40.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.26 and $44.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance running coach?

A freelance running coach is a self-employed professional who provides personalized training plans, guidance, and support to runners of all levels. Unlike coaches who work for a specific organization or club, freelance running coaches work independently and may offer their services in person or online. They assess clients' abilities and goals, design customized running programs, monitor progress, and offer advice on technique, nutrition, injury prevention, and motivation. Clients typically hire freelance running coaches to improve performance, prepare for races, or maintain a consistent running routine.

How do freelance running coaches typically structure their client sessions and manage their workload?

Freelance running coaches often tailor their client sessions based on individual goals, experience levels, and available time, usually meeting clients in person or virtually for assessments, training runs, and progress check-ins. They manage their workload by balancing client scheduling, developing personalized training plans, and maintaining communication through emails, messaging apps, or coaching platforms. Since client needs can fluctuate seasonally—like during race preparation periods—coaches must be adaptable and proactive in organizing their calendars and setting boundaries to avoid burnout. Collaboration with other fitness professionals, such as physical therapists or nutritionists, is also common to provide holistic athlete support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance running coach?

To thrive as a Freelance Running Coach, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, running techniques, and training program design, often supported by certifications such as RRCA or USATF. Familiarity with fitness tracking apps, heart rate monitors, and online coaching platforms is typically required. Strong motivational skills, effective communication, and adaptability help coaches tailor programs and foster client commitment. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering personalized, safe, and effective training that helps clients reach their running goals.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Running Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 53% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,000 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

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Workout Anytime

Lenoir, NC • On-site

$10 - $24/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Workout Anytime rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 63 rated gym and leisure clubs

Job description

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Want to get paid to work in fitness? No certification or experience needed - we'll train you, certify you, and pay you while you learn
We're looking for 1-2 people at Workout Anytime Lenoir who are into fitness and good with people. You'll learn our RAMP coaching system - a structured, science-based program that gives members personalized workout plans - and get paid to do it. This is a real career path, not a side gig.
What you'd actually do:
  • Help members with goal reviews, body composition scans, and strength assessments
  • Teach members how to follow their custom workout program
  • Monitor progress, answer questions, and adjust plans as needed
  • Build genuine relationships with members over months and years
  • Cover the front desk as needed (check-ins, tours, keeping the gym running)

No cold calling. No commission pressure. Just coaching.
What you get:
  • $10/hr base + 40% commission on every training session delivered (typical effective rate: $14-$24/hr depending on session volume)
  • We pay for your personal training certification (worth $500+) - you keep it forever
  • Paid training on our RAMP system, Styku body scanning, and ongoing education
  • Clear career path: Front Desk/RAMP Coach → Certified Metabolic Technician → RAMP Director
  • Free gym membership and employee discounts
  • A team environment - no competing for leads, just helping members succeed

Pay structure breakdown:
  • Base rate: $10/hr for all floor time
  • Paid training sessions: You earn 40% of the session rate ($14, $16, or $18 per half-hour session depending on session tier)
  • RAMP orientations and unpaid appointments: $12/hr ($10 base + $2)
  • A trainer running 3-5 sessions per shift typically earns $15-$21/hr effective. Higher volume means higher pay.

Who this is for:
  • You work out regularly and enjoy helping others
  • You're coachable - willing to learn a structured system and follow it
  • You're reliable and show up on time
  • Former athletes, military spouses, fitness enthusiasts, exercise science students - all welcome
  • You do NOT need a personal training certification (we'll pay for it)
  • You do NOT need a college degree
  • You do NOT need prior gym work experience

Who this is NOT for:
  • People looking for a high-pressure sales environment
  • People who want to freelance their own training methods

About Workout Anytime Aberdeen:
We're a 24/7 gym at 340 Blowing Rock Blvd in Lenoir. Small team, locally owned, not a corporate machine. You'll work directly with the owner, learn the business, and have room to grow.
How to apply:
Apply here - no resume needed, just answer the question below and tell us a little about yourself.
Compensation: $10.00 - $24.00 per hour
ABOUT WORKOUT ANYTIME:
Workout Anytime 24/7 has earned a well-deserved spot on Entrepreneur's prestigious list of top 500 Franchises for 2024!
Atlanta-based Workout Anytime is a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week fitness concept with 180+ units across the U.S. Founded by fitness veterans John Quattrocchi and Steve Strickland, the company was formed to provide members with first-class fitness facilities at the lowest cost possible, deliver a profitable and affordable business model to franchisees and offer exciting career opportunities for its employees.
Mission
To provide a friendly, convenient, life-changing journey with passion.
Vision
To reshape the fitness community where everybody aspires to be the best they can be.
Values
  • Attitude - We drive a positive culture of confidence and enthusiasm by doing the right thing for all our members, partners, and staff.
  • Care - We provide our members, partners, and staff with an environment that is welcoming and respectful of each individual.
  • Excellence - We are committed to the success of our members and partners through the expertise and dedication of our team.
Strategic Drivers
  • Think Big
  • Keep It Simple
  • Do It With Integrity

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