Benjamin J. Terry
Barnesville
Summary
Graduate-level Strength & Conditioning Coach with 2+ years of hands-on experience coaching collegiate athletes and assisting in the implementation of sport-specific training programs. Experienced in leading team lifts, teaching foundational and Olympic lifting movements, and conducting performance testing and conditioning sessions. Applies evidence-based training to improve performance while managing athlete workload and injury risk. CSCS certification scheduled, with a Master’s degree in Exercise Science. Recognized for clear communication, organization, and building positive relationships with athletes and coaching staff.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sport Perfermance Olympic Sports
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in daily training operations for collegiate athletes across multiple sports (set-up, supervision, and breakdown of sessions).
- Coached, demonstrated, and verbally cued proper technique for foundational lifts (squat, hinge, press, Olympic lift derivatives, etc.).
- Assisted in implementing periodized strength and conditioning programs designed by full-time staff.
- Led group stations during lifts (speed, agility, core, and mobility circuits).
- Completed continued education curriculum and programming projects (Energy System Development, Periodization, Sprint Training, etc).
- Designed and implemented warm-ups and conditioning sessions under staff supervision.
Volunteer Strength and Conditioning Coach
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Assisted strength and conditioning staff in supervising team training sessions (20–40 athletes per session).
- Demonstrated and coached proper technique for foundational lifts (squat, bench press, deadlift, Olympic lift progressions).
- Enforced weight room safety standards and spotting procedures.
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted in the implementation of a Division I football strength & conditioning program for 90+ athletes during Summer Training.
- Provided real-time cueing to improve bar path, bracing, and joint positioning to enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
- Led dynamic warm-ups, movement prep, and activation circuits prior to daily lifts and field sessions
- Assisted in training various National champions and Olympic wrestlers.
Education
MS - Exercise Science
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
05-2026
BS - Exercise Science
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
12-2024
Skills
- Movement pattern coaching: squat, hinge, push, pull, lunge, rotate, brace
- Linear speed and acceleration technique instruction
- Performance testing (vertical jump, broad jump, 10–40 yd sprint, agility tests)
- Energy system development specific to sport demands
- Demonstrate exercises safely and effectively to large groups (20 athletes)
- SPSS 290
- Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets data tracking
- CPR/AED & First Aid Certified
Affiliations
- East Stroudsburg University Track and Field Team Fall 2022 - Spring 2025
- NSCA Member May 2025 - Present.
Timeline
Sport Perfermance Olympic Sports
Clemson University
01.2026 - Current
Volunteer Strength and Conditioning Coach
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
08.2023 - 12.2025
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Lehigh University
06.2023 - 08.2024
BS - Exercise Science
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
MS - Exercise Science
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania