Climbing Gym Instructor

Arch Amenities Group•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking a Climbing Gym Instructor. The Climbing Gym Instructor is responsible for providing quality fitness and exercise programs designed to meet the needs of members, residents or guests.

Requirements

A deep interest in climbing
Customer service skills
Experience working with children
Reliable
Observant—the ability to see problems developing and solve them before they escalate
Self-directed—able to see what needs to be done and do it without being told
Valid CPR Certification
Valid Standard First Aid Certification
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills to work positively with different populations, in groups and individually
Must be in excellent physical condition to teach climbing
Must be able to think independently and develop routines for teaching specific exercise classes
Must be able to keep confidences and practice discernment
Ability to lift 25 lbs
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms

Nice To Haves

Three years of climbing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Welcomes climbers to the gym
Ensures climbers have everything they need to have a good time
Sales—direct climbers to the lessons that fit their needs
Upkeep of the gym’s neatness and overall appearance
Provides instruction to new climbers, including shoe fitting, harness use, autobelay operation, bouldering etiquette, belay skills, and climbing techniques.
Participates in the climbing community, climbs at other gyms around the city, and stays in touch with climbing news, techniques, gear, and the community at large.
Ensuring that a safe and healthy environment exists for climbing
Dressing appropriately for instructing climbers
Sharing educational information with climbers
Teaching climbers with energy and enthusiasm
Motivating climbers to the best of your ability
Noting new climbers and sharing basic exercise information with them
Keeping up-to-date on climbing and safety trends
Reporting any equipment/facility problems to the management team
Begins and ends all shifts, events, and lessons on time.
Ensures that climbing gym is clean and set according to procedures.
Attends all scheduled meetings
Attends schedules professional trainings.
Other duties as assigned