Assistant Youth Coach
About The Position
Bouldering Project’s mission is to create fun, inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We put human experience and meaningful connection at the center of everything we do. We are quality-obsessed, passionate about creating inclusive spaces, and growth-oriented, driven by the pursuit of better. ASSISTANT COACH Salt Lake Bouldering Project’s climbing team programs are in their infancy. Our assistant coach will help the head coach develop and grow these programs in alignment with our community and culture. We are seeking a talented teacher who can help climbers achieve their goals in a team focused format.
Requirements
- Available to work evenings and weekends
- Technical proficiency in climbing and coaching up to V6
- Passion for working with youth climbers of all ages.
- Possess a high level of athletic empathy
- Previous experience in coaching/instructing
Nice To Haves
- Climbing coaching experience preferred
- First AID/CPR certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Work with the head coach to deliver comprehensive climbing programs catering to climbers of varying skill levels, including recreational and competitive youth climbers.
- Assist with open house and tryout events to recruit climbers to our programs.
- Provide expert instruction in climbing techniques, safety practices, and training methodologies to individuals and groups.
- Coach during weekly practices and mock competitions.
- Travel as needed to coach at competitions.
- Model our values while providing motivation and support to athletes
- Provide personalized coaching and feedback to each climber to help them overcome challenges, improve weaknesses, and achieve their climbing goals.
- Actively respond to customer needs (both athletes and parents of youth), membership and event questions, inquiries, and feedback.
- Work collaboratively with other coaches and managers to ensure program coherence and alignment with the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Other duties as assigned
- Ensure the safety of participants, staff and other customers through group organization, oversight, and control
- Actively promote risk mitigation through ongoing instruction and orientation
- Respond to accidents and incidents following the BP Safety Manual and Protocol
Benefits
- Memberships at Bouldering Project for you and a +1
- Staff discount on Bouldering Project retail products
- Industry discounts available for select companies and products
- Optional 401(k) enrollment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
