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Exos

Performance Education Specialist

Pikeville, TN

We're seeking a Sports Performance Coach to bring their expertise, energy, and excitement to our team of innovators, educators, and motivators-all united by a shared goal: empowering people to ...

Exos

Performance Education Specialist

Pikeville, TN · On-site

We're seeking a Sports Performance Coach to bring their expertise, energy, and excitement to our team of innovators, educators, and motivators-all united by a shared goal: empowering people to ...

Exos

Performance Education Specialist

Pikeville, TN · On-site

We're seeking a Sports Performance Coach to bring their expertise, energy, and excitement to our team of innovators, educators, and motivators-all united by a shared goal: empowering people to ...

Farm and Forge Club

About Farm & Forge Club Farm and Forge Club is a high-performance youth and adult training facility that blends elite sports coaching, academic enrichment, and holistic development. Located in the ...

i9 Sports

Sport Instructor Multi-Sport

Arlington, TN · On-site

$12/hr

Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports ® is the nation's first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 ...

NEURO TOUR, Inc.

Massage Therapist

Nashville, TN · On-site

Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) in Tennessee, in good standing * 2+ years of professional massage therapy experience (sports, performance, or medical massage preferred). Extra skills are a bonus!

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How much do sports performance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports performance in Tennessee is $90,333.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,400.00 and $114,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sports performance?

A Sports Performance job focuses on enhancing athletic ability by improving strength, speed, endurance, and injury prevention. Professionals in this field, such as coaches and trainers, use sports science, conditioning programs, and biomechanics to optimize an athlete's performance. They work with athletes of all levels, from youth to professionals, tailoring training regimens to specific sports and individual needs. Sports performance specialists often collaborate with physical therapists, nutritionists, and medical staff to ensure a well-rounded approach to athlete development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sports performance, and why are they important?

To thrive in Sports Performance, you need a solid understanding of exercise science, biomechanics, and athlete evaluation, usually supported by a relevant degree or certification (such as CSCS or NASM PES). Experience with performance-tracking technologies, data analytics platforms, and recovery equipment is highly valued. Strong interpersonal skills, motivational ability, and clear communication are essential for building trust and rapport with athletes and coaching staff. These skills are important for creating customized training programs, optimizing athletic outcomes, and fostering a positive and productive training environment.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in sports performance?

A typical workday in Sports Performance involves designing and implementing training programs, conducting fitness assessments, and monitoring athlete progress using a variety of tools and data analytics. You’ll often collaborate closely with coaches, medical staff, nutritionists, and athletes to ensure a holistic approach to performance improvement and injury prevention. The role may require early mornings, evenings, or weekends to accommodate training schedules and competitions. Continuous professional development is also an important part of the job, as it helps you stay current with the latest research and best practices in the industry.

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Infographic showing various Sports Performance job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $90,333 per year, or $43.4 per hour.

Performance Education Specialist

Exos

Pikeville, TN

Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

At Exos, we believe in unlocking everyone's potential for peak performance, and we're passionate about making it happen. As a leader in human performance, we deliver world-class training, coaching, and education to athletes and high-performing individuals across the spectrum. We're seeking a Sports Performance Coach to bring their expertise, energy, and excitement to our team of innovators, educators, and motivators-all united by a shared goal: empowering people to perform at their best. In this role, you'll work directly with clients, apply Exos' cutting-edge methodology, and help redefine what's possible in athletic performance. If you're passionate about coaching and ready to grow with a world-class organization, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach in-person classes covering anatomy, physiology, strength training, nutrition, and injury prevention.

  • Provide hands-on training in exercise technique, assessments, coaching, and program design.

  • Deliver printed study materials, practice exams, and test prep support.

  • Assist with exam registration, proctor certification tests, and track pass rates.

  • Complete attendance tracking, progress evaluations, incident reports, and end-of-program reporting.

  • Ensure compliance with all facility security and safety protocols.

  • Provide CPR/AED certification training.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3-5 years experience training staff, leaders and business associates in delivering fitness programs and education.

  • Minimum 2 years of fitness instruction experience (correctional setting preferred).

  • National fitness certifications (NASM, ACE, NSCA, or ACSM).

  • ACE certified

  • CPR/AED certification training.

  • Bachelor's degree in Fitness, Sports Science, Business or related field

  • Experience teaching certification courses

  • Strong communication, time management, organizational, and follow-up skills

  • Ability to meet deadlines; Self-motivated

  • Must pass background checks and meet security clearance.

WHO WE ARE

For nearly 30 years, Exos has been dedicated to getting people ready for the moments that matterby promoting a holistic approach to health. As an elite coaching company, Exos applies itsevidence-based methodology to programming designed to unlock the potential in everyone from corporate employees, to elite athletes, military operators, and beyond.

Simply put, we "get you ready" for the moments that matter - whether that's striving to excel at work, or training for a major athletic event.How do we do it? Our employer solutions includefitness center management, on-site coaching and classes, and the Exos app, as well as immersive team-building experiences, executive coaching, and personal development programming. Our professional athlete training programs propel elite athletes to new heights in the NFL combine and NBA Draft each year, and our practitioner education courses and workshops provide industry professionals ongoing opportunities for development.

We've never been the type to accept the status quo. We're all about studying, learning, innovating,and making waves. And we feel that it's our responsibility to help others because we know there'sa better way. That better way is Exos Readiness.

We are an equal opportunity employer

EXOS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We invite applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Exos offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

Learn more here:

  • EEO is the Law
  • EEO is the Law Supplement

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