What Makes a Great Coach? (It’s Not What You Think)
When people think about a “great coach,” they often picture someone who is:
loud
energetic
motivating
constantly pushing people
And while those things can be part of coaching…
They’re not what makes someone great.
What Great Coaching Actually Is
Great coaching is not about how much you say.
It’s about what you see.
And it’s something our coaching team works on — constantly.
A great coach:
notices small changes in movement
understands what an athlete needs in that moment
adjusts quickly and effectively
They don’t just run a class.
They guide it.
What You Don’t See
Every great class experience starts long before you walk through the doors.
Our coaches are:
thinking about how to teach movements clearly
reviewing how to scale workouts appropriately
learning how to better see and correct movement
reflecting on what worked and what didn’t
There is a lot of intention behind every class.
And it doesn’t happen by accident.
Seeing What Matters
In a group class, a coach is constantly asking:
Who needs help right now?
What is the biggest issue to fix?
What will make the biggest difference?
Not everything needs to be corrected.
Great coaches prioritize.
That’s a skill — and it’s something our team works hard to develop.
Saying the Right Thing
Good coaching isn’t long explanations.
It’s:
→ one clear cue
→ at the right time
→ that actually changes movement
Not:
“Try to engage your posterior chain more…”
But:
“Hips back”
That level of clarity takes practice.
And it’s something our coaches are constantly refining.
Adapting in Real Time
Every class is different.
Every athlete is different.
A great coach can:
scale workouts appropriately
adjust based on fatigue
keep athletes moving safely
Without overcomplicating it.
That ability to adapt in real time is one of the hardest parts of coaching — and one of the things we’re most proud of in our team.
It’s About the Athlete, Not the Coach
Great coaches aren’t trying to prove how much they know.
They’re focused on:
helping athletes feel confident
helping athletes move better
helping athletes keep showing up
Because that’s what drives results.
Why This Matters to Us
We’re incredibly proud of our coaching team.
Not just for how they show up in class — but for the effort they put in behind the scenes to get better.
Because great coaching isn’t something you just have.
It’s something you build.
And it’s something we take seriously.
The Impact
The best coaching doesn’t always feel loud or intense.
Sometimes it’s:
a well-timed cue
a simple adjustment
a conversation that keeps someone coming back
And those small moments?
They’re what create long-term change.
Final Thought
Great coaching isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing what matters.
And we’re incredibly grateful to have a team that shows up every day committed to that.