Pickleball Pro

Life Time Inc.•Paradise Valley, AZ

13d

About The Position

The Pickleball Pro teaches private lessons and group programming, coordinates pickleball leagues and mixers, and uses student-centered learning and rally-based teaching. The role is responsible for growing a personal book of business and revenue to meet or exceed personal and department financial goals, while delivering member-centered customer service that encourages repeat business and referrals. The position personally teaches on court an average of 30 or more hours per week. The Pickleball Pro develops safe, professional, and comprehensive lessons and programs that support student development and continued participation. The role creates engaging member experiences through programs, tournaments, and special events; uses available marketing support and tools; and keeps pickleball facilities and equipment clean, organized, and in good working condition. The position also participates in system-wide sales efforts with Membership Advisors and Member Activities, attends pickleball-related meetings, and supports pickleball as an integral part of the Life Time brand.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills and a friendly, outgoing, positive attitude.
Thorough knowledge of pickleball and effective teaching styles and techniques.
Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills.
Comfort working with all age groups and building positive relationships with members and team members.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
High school graduate or equivalent.
1–2 years of experience.
Within six months of hire, complete certification through the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) and/or Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR).

Nice To Haves

CPR and AED certification.

Responsibilities

Teach private pickleball lessons and group programming.
Coordinate pickleball leagues and mixers.
Use student-centered learning and rally-based teaching.
Grow a personal book of business and revenue to meet or exceed personal and department financial goals.
Deliver member-centered customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.
Monitor, demonstrate, and instruct students on proper pickleball techniques, tactics, and strategies.
Personally teach on court an average of 30 or more hours per week.
Develop safe, professional, and comprehensive lessons and programs that support student development, continued involvement, and a positive Net Promoter Score.
Create member experiences through programs, tournaments, and special events, using available marketing support and tools.
Ensure pickleball facilities and equipment are clean, organized, and in good working condition.
Participate in system-wide sales efforts with Membership Advisors and Member Activities.
Attend meetings related to pickleball.