Advanced Performance Pickleball Instructor/Coach

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness • Chicago, IL

75d

About The Position

Lakeshore-Illinois Center is seeking an advanced level instructor/coach to train our better skilled Pickleball members. Also, able to teach non-members. Must have a DUPR or USA Pickleball rating of at least 4.0. Experience playing in local and regional tournaments a plus. Proficient at group and individual instruction. This is a hourly wage and commission-based position.

Requirements

• Be able to work daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Be willing to work up to 15 hours a week.
• Must be 4.00 plus level player. DUPR preferred.
• Comfortable working with all different age groups and be able to build positive relationships with the members.
• Friendly, outgoing, energetic, positive attitude.
• Have exceptional organizational skills, time management, and communication.
• Able to instruct Pickleball players in the basics of the game, strategy, shot selection and court awareness.
• Have a strong knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sport.
• Must be US citizen and live in the Chicago area.

Nice To Haves

• Obtain one of the following certifications within 6 months of being hired: PPR, IPTPA, USPTA

Responsibilities

• Teach private and group lessons to 3.50 to 4.00 plus level players.
• Assist with Organized Open Play throughout the week. Making sure everyone is getting fair playing time. Play in when needed.
• Coach group sessions like Skills and Drills and Cardio Pickleball.
• Help organize and officiate tournaments and mixers throughout the year.
• Help develop and coach a Lakeshore club travel team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees