Women's Artistic Gymnastics National Coach

Singapore Gymnastics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national sports organization is seeking a WAG National Coach to enhance the performance of gymnasts at the WAG NTC in Singapore. The coach will work closely with other national coaches to develop long-term and annual plans for athlete progression, ensuring discipline, well-being, and injury management. Responsibilities include crafting training schedules, mentoring national coaches, and fostering relationships within the gymnastics community. Candidates should be self-motivated, flexible, and collaborative with experience in performance sports. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence athlete development at a national level.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in performance sports, especially WAG.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Ability to develop individual plans for athletes.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Performance Development Plan for WAG NTC.
• Develop training programs aligned with international standards.
• Collaborate with team and external partners for athlete success.

Skills

Self-motivated

Flexible

Collaborative

Effective communicator

Experience in performance sports (WAG)

Job description

About the Role

The WAG National Coach will work closely with the WAG National Head Coach and other National Coaches, the Performance Development Team especially the Performance Director (PD) and Performance Development Manager (PDM), to enhance the performance of gymnasts at the WAG NTC, developing long‑term and annual plans for athlete progression, including talent recruitment and transitions. They will create training schedules aligned with the FIG Code of Points, recommend competitions, and provide coaching in technical, physical, and psychological strategies while monitoring athlete progress. The coach will ensure discipline, well‑being, and injury management for gymnasts, support the National Programme, assist in talent identification, and lead coach education initiatives. Additionally, they will prepare performance reports, mentor national coaches, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and foster relationships within the gymnastics community, while adhering to Singapore Gymnastics’ Child Safe Commitment Statement and performing other duties as assigned by Performance Director.

Responsibilities

1. Performance Development

• Implement the Singapore Gymnastics Performance Development Plan, part of the FY2026‑2029 business plan, in collaboration with the Performance Director.
• Assist the Performance Development Team in delivering an excellent developmental programme across WAG NTC.
• Develop key areas of athletes, including:

• Technique – High‑level skill and technique in gymnasts’ movement.
• Physical Preparation – Age and skill based physical preparation skills applicable to all WAG NTC athletes.
• Movement quality – Creating smooth transitions, control, and sharp movements.
• Routine Preparation – High level WAG routines in line with the current CoP.
• Developing Higher Scores – Support athletes in increasing their difficulty, execution, artistry, and overall performance scores.

2. Curriculum and Training Delivery

• Implement the yearly planning instruments prepared in collaboration with Head Coach by ensuring regular updates and adjustments to keep it aligned with national and international calendar and performance standards.
• Create a targeted training program focused on the development of difficulty, execution and artistry scores.

3. Collaborative Environment

• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Performance Development Staff, Coaches, Parents, and Athletes.
• Build relationships with external partners, such as the High Performance Sports Institute (HPSI), affiliated clubs, and coaches.

4. Performance Development and International Success

The WAG National Coach will focus on elevating athletes’ difficulty, execution, and artistry, while choreographing routines aligned with the 2025–2028 FIG Code of Points. The objective is to progress athletes toward higher world‑level competitiveness, working collaboratively with the National Coaches and Head Coach.

About You

• Self‑motivated with a passion for competitive sport and a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a “can‑do” attitude.
• Collaborative, open to new ideas, and capable of engaging with a team.
• Responsible, accountable and an effective communicator in spoken and written English.
• Experience working with performance sports in WAG.

Key Outcomes

1. Ensure gymnasts training at the level higher than they are competing

Having control test and goals settings so that the gymnasts are physically and mentally ready for competitions.

2. Individual development plans developed for each athlete

Yearly planning instruments prepared on a yearly basis.

3. Support Coaching Team

Provide healthy and safe working environment for coaches. Collaborate with WAG Head Coach and other National Coaches.

4. Deliver Presentations and Share Expertise with Community

Provide presentations at Singapore Gymnastic Programmes / Symposiums/ Courses.

5. National and International Success

Support all teams and work closely with WAG Head Coach and other National Coaches to ensure that WAG NTC athletes qualify for National Squads (Juniors and Seniors). Ensure WAG NTC athletes are preparing for major competitions and are able to be at finals/podium level especially at Asian level.