Gymnastics Director

Job Description

The Gymnastics Director has full ownership and accountability for all aspects of the gymnastics program, including coaching & spotting, staffing, operations, administration, competitive team success and athlete development. This individual serves as the head coach of the competitive team, ensuring high-quality instruction and spotting, skill progression, and athlete retention, while also managing staff, operations, and parent communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Coaching & Athlete Development
• Serve as a full-time coach for the competitive gymnastics team.
• Safely and confidently spot high-level gymnastics skills.
• Develop athletes through progressive skill building and individualized coaching.
• Foster a positive, disciplined, and motivating training environment.
• Focus on athlete retention and advancement through all levels of the program.
• Program Leadership & Operations
• Oversee all gymnastics programming, including classes and team practices.
• Be present in the gym during all scheduled classes and team practices (includes evening hours & weekends).
• Ensure programming meets YMCA standards for safety, quality, and participation.
• Manage monthly session setup, including:
• Creating and publishing online registrations
• Printing and organizing attendance sheets
• Monitoring enrollment and participation trends
• Staff Management & Development
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise gymnastics coaches.
• Conduct monthly staff meetings.
• Provide ongoing professional development for staff, including:
• Teaching new drills
• Demonstrating proper spotting techniques
• Address performance concerns and foster a collaborative coaching environment.
• Parent & Customer Relations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all parent communication.
• Provide timely and professional responses to inquiries and concerns.
• Address and resolve conflicts with parents and staff in a constructive manner.
• Promote a positive experience for all families in the program.
• Financial & Administrative Duties
• Monitor program revenue and collections reports.
• Follow up with families regarding outstanding balances.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping for attendance and registrations.
• Work to maintain and grow program enrollment.
• Meet & Competitive Team Management
• Oversee all aspects of the competitive team season, including:
• Attending the MAGA annual meeting
• Registering athletes for competitions
• Managing and submitting meet fees
• Plan and execute home meets, including:
• Securing judges
• Cooking volunteers
• Managing logistics and operations
• Coordinate team apparel, including:
• Leotards
• Warm-ups (jackets, bags, etc.)

Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching competitive gymnastics required.
• Ability to safely spot high-level gymnastics skills.
• Strong leadership and staff management experience.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Organizational and administrative abilities, including program coordination.
• Working knowledge of gymnastics meet structures and governing bodies.
• Passion for youth development and the YMCA mission.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by sport; run, jump climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity
• Must be able to lead and coach teams and individuals and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Must possess mental alertness, problem solving and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
• Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment and the desire to work with all ages
• Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision
• Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
• Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
• Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times

Essential Functions

• Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
• Complete CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, and Listen First Workshop in accordance to Conditions of Employment
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
• Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch, including evenings and weekends