Parkour Instructor

General Statement of Duties

This position is responsible for helping develop and lead youth and adult parkour programs utilizing MRD's Integrated Obstacles parkour equipment.

Essential Duties

• Collaborate with the Fitness Leader to develop parkour classes and programs for youth and adults
• Lead beginner through advanced level parkour classes for all ages
• Create age and experience level appropriate classes
• Act as a positive role model and model behaviors consistent with MRD's mission
• Communicate effectively with the Facility Manager, Fitness Leader, and Field House Leader
• Communicate equipment setup needs and layouts so equipment can be put in place for classes and programs

Qualifications

• Background in parkour or free-running and previous coaching experience
• Experience safely managing a group through various activities including vaulting, running and jumping, landing, swinging, wall runs, and obstacles
• Enthusiasm for helping people learn
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, and accountability
• Successful working in an independent and team environment
• Ability to develop strong relationships with diverse groups of people
• Has the ability to implement ideas

Certification

• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification from an organization requiring a hands-on in-person skills demonstration (can be obtained through MRD upon offer of employment)

Physical Conditions

• Bend, twist, push, pull, stand, jump, vault, run, hang, swing
• Lift 50lbs regularly and repeatedly, and occasionally lift over 50lbs

Compensation

• Commissioned based with a 70/30 split

Benefits

• Free membership after 30 days of employment
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development