Climbing Instructor: Coach, Mentor & Community Builder

Central Rock Gym; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Watertown, MA is seeking a Climbing Instructor to foster a fun, inclusive environment and deliver private or group instruction for climbers of all levels.

You will help members achieve personal goals while promoting CRG offerings and maintaining safety, equipment, and gym standards. This role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and growth of a welcoming climbing community.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of climbing experience with some prior teaching or coaching experience.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of modern climbing instruction methods and techniques.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging private climbing sessions tailored to participant goals and ability levels.
• Coordinate class schedules and logistics with gym management.
• Manage private session bookings through CRG’s booking platform, Rock Gym Pro.
• Partner with management to promote offerings through CRG’s website, social media, and in-gym outreach—while actively self-promoting to grow participation.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and community-oriented atmosphere in every session.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment before and after each class.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Climbing experience

Teaching or coaching

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-promotion

Tools

Rock Gym Pro

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Watertown, MA is seeking a Climbing Instructor to foster a fun, inclusive environment and deliver private or group instruction for climbers of all levels.

You will help members achieve personal goals while promoting CRG offerings and maintaining safety, equipment, and gym standards. This role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and growth of a welcoming climbing community.