Climbing Instructor IV

Movement; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 16,479 - 23,470; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

In-gym discounts

Guest visits

Pro-deals

Job summary

Movement is seeking a part-time Specialist Instructor for Adult Programs in Philadelphia. The role focuses on teaching lead climbing and intermediate classes, with potential to train other instructors. Classes run for adults and youth as needed, primarily on weeknights and weekends.

Prior climbing and instruction experience is required, with lead climbing experience strongly preferred. The position offers a starting hourly wage of $14.50 with benefits including gym membership and pro-deals.

Qualifications

• Prior climbing and instruction experience required.
• Lead climbing experience is strongly preferred in full service facilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach climbing skills from curriculums and manage risk.
• Develop lesson plans to support program goals and participant growth.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests.
• Foster inclusive, community-focused learning environments.

Skills

Lead climbing experience

Adult program instruction

Customer service

Job description

Callowhill, 1010 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:59 AM

At Movement, our core values of growth, connection, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We're not just a climbing gym - we're a community that's dedicated to transforming lives through climbing, yoga, and fitness and sharing that vision with as many people as we can. As the country’s largest network of climbing gyms, we're building an extraordinary team that's committed to growing our business, our value to our members, our future customers, and our industry.

By expanding our community, we can create rewarding career paths for our team members, continually improve the customer experience, build a sustainable business for the long term, and give back to the communities we are all a part of. We’re looking for passionate, resilient, and business-minded enthusiasts who share our values and want to join us in not only leading the climbing industry but defining it!

JOB SUMMARY

The Specialist Instructor for Adult Programs is a passionate, motivated individual who loves to work with and teach adults, provides a great customer experience, and has demonstrated the ability to help the climbing community grow in their abilities. The position involves teaching lead climbing classes, intermediate climbing and outdoor development skills classes, and clinics while managing risks for participants. There is potential to train other instructors on after school and introductory adult classes based on gym need and additional training. Our adult programs are open to participants ages 13 and up, but any instructor may be scheduled for additional programs including working with youth based on facility needs. Part time instructors are primarily working on weeknights and weekends. S ome of these programs for adults and youth may be recurring and involve supporting team culture in line with program goals. Prior climbing and instruction experience required. Lead climbing experience is strongly preferred in full service facilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach climbing skills from provided curriculums, facilitate transformative moments through instruction, and create inclusive spaces that foster a sense of belonging while effectively managing risk in an educational environment.
• Provide input on or write lesson plans that support the program’s goals and participant growth and promote connection to our community
• Communicate effectively with clients of all ages and abilities while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Provide excellent customer service for all guests by seeking answers and solutions for customer questions.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with co-workers and supervisors about feedback and concerns.
• Demonstrate humility through self-awareness and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Speak open and honestly; asking for help when needed and look to learn from mistakes.
• Effectively communicates with others and considers communication styles to build and maintain partnerships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Have a passion for climbing, an interest in engaging with our community, and shows a growth mindset by challenging the status quo with creative and practical thinking to come up with new ways of doing things; uses failure as a learning experience and takes measured risks
• Collaborates and shares information to drive alignment and mutual success
• Contributes to driving a culture based in transformative and intentional purpose-driven experiences
• Have a relentlessly positive and upbeat attitude to inspire others to live life intentionally and strive for personal bests.
• Prior experience teaching climbing required. Lead climbing skills and instruction strongly preferred in full-service facilities.
• Ability to work 6-10 hours per week primarily on weeknights and/or weekends.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a part time position
• Starting at $14.50/hr , with flexibility based on experience
• Benefits include free membership, in-gym discounts, guest visits, and pro-deals
• New hires will complete a screening process.
• Scheduled shift times may vary from week to week or month to month.
• Opportunities for passionate individuals with strong instruction skills to advance into other operations and programs positions within the gym.

Movement is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

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Callowhill, 1010 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America