Gymnastics Instructor

Prosportsuae; Sharjah; On-site; AED 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

PSA Academy is seeking a qualified Gymnastics Coach to lead its gymnastics programme for ages 3–16 across multiple UAE venues. You will design curriculums, mentor junior staff, conduct assessments and ensure high safety and quality standards.

The role requires a recognised coaching qualification and 3–5 years of experience, with strong English communication. Afternoons, evenings and weekends availability is essential; UAE relocation is welcome.

Qualifications

• Qualified gymnastics coach with a recognised qualification (FIG, British Gymnastics, USAG or equivalent).
• 3–5 years coaching experience with children/youth; leadership experience preferred.
• Experience designing curriculums and assessment frameworks.
• First Aid/ CPR certification or ability to obtain before start date.
• Excellent English communication; Arabic is a plus.
• Availability for afternoons, evenings and weekends.
• Based in the UAE or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of gymnastics classes for ages 3–16 (recreational and pre-competitive).
• Mentor, train and supervise junior coaches across multiple venues.
• Develop, maintain and update structured curriculums and progression frameworks.
• Conduct termly level assessments and grading.
• Liaise with parents regarding student progress.
• Ensure safety, safeguarding and quality standards are upheld.
• Support preparation for internal and external gymnastics competitions.
• Assist with new coach recruitment, onboarding and training.

Skills

Gymnastics coaching

Leadership

Curriculum design

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Recognised gymnastics coaching qualification (FIG/British Gymnastics/USAG)

Job description

Company: PSA Academy (Pro Sports Services LLC)

Location: United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman)

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

PSA Academy is one of the UAE's leading multi-sport youth academies, established in 2014 and serving over 3,000 students across Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman. Our gymnastics programme operates across multiple premium venues, and we are looking for an experienced Lead Coach to oversee and grow our offering.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a qualified and passionate Gymnastics Coach to lead the delivery of our gymnastics programme. The role involves coaching, mentoring junior staff, designing curriculums, conducting assessments, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality across all sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and delivery of gymnastics classes for ages 3–16 (recreational and pre-competitive levels).
• Mentor, train, and supervise junior coaches across multiple venues.
• Develop, maintain, and update structured curriculums and progression frameworks.
• Conduct termly level assessments and grading.
• Liaise professionally with parents regarding student progress.
• Ensure safety, safeguarding, and quality standards are upheld at all times.
• Support preparation for internal and external gymnastics competitions.
• Assist with new coach recruitment, onboarding, and training.

Requirements:

• Recognised gymnastics coaching qualification (FIG, British Gymnastics, USAG, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3–5 years of coaching experience, preferably with children and youth.
• Prior leadership or head-coach experience strongly preferred.
• Experience designing curriculums and assessment frameworks.
• Safeguarding and First Aid certification (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
• Must be available to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Currently based in the UAE or willing to relocate.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED6,500.00 per month

Skills

Recognised gymnastics coaching qualification (e.g. British Gymnastics Level 2+, USAG, or FIG-accredited equivalent), or willingness to certify

Proven experience coaching artistic/recreational gymnastics to children aged 3–14, including beginner through intermediate levels

Strong grounding in fundamental movement skills, shapes, conditioning and flexibility progressions

Confident spotting and manual support technique across floor, beam, bars, vault and trampoline

Ability to plan and deliver structured, progressive lesson blocks aligned to a term curriculum

Clear class control and behaviour management with large mixed-ability groups

Solid understanding of child safeguarding, risk assessment and equipment safety checks

Valid First Aid / CPR certification (or ability to obtain before start date)

Excellent communication with parents — progress updates, assessments and end-of-term reporting

Comfortable supporting trials, assessments and re-enrolment conversations

Fluent English; Arabic an advantage

Punctual, presentable and reliable, with flexibility for afternoon, evening and weekend classes

Team player able to work across multiple venues as scheduling requires