Lead Youth Coach

Responsibilities

• Lead recreational and intermediate team practices indoors and outdoors
• Lead recreational and intermediate teams at local competitions
• Auxiliary support for the Youth Program Manager in communicating with team families about events, goals, and progress
• Auxiliary support for the Youth Program Manager in maintaining a structured curriculum and tracking climber progress for the recreational and intermediate teams
• Maintain a high level of personal climbing knowledge and stay up to date with youth coaching best practices
• Support outreach efforts, including social media content and in-gym promotion

Qualifications

• Extensive personal climbing experience (3+ years)
• Experience coaching or competing in the USA Climbing Youth Series (2+ years)
• Ability to onsight V5 minimum
• Familiarity with best practices in youth climbing safety and training
• USA Climbing Coach and/or Routesetting certification (Level 1+) preferred
• CWI preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to acquire
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently or collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team mindset

Pay & Benefits

Hourly rate starting at $20.00/hour, negotiable with experience
Paid sick time
Complimentary Bridges Rock Gym membership
Discounted membership for family/significant other
Guest passes for friends
25% discount on in-gym retail
Industry pro deals and discounts at neighboring gyms