Flexible-Hours Climbing Coach & Community Builder

Central Rock Gym; Maryland; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Maryland is seeking a Climbing Instructor to lead private and group sessions, helping climbers of all levels reach their goals while strengthening the gym community.

You will plan sessions, coordinate schedules with management, and promote offerings across our website and social channels, maintaining a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment. Flexibility for evenings/weekends is required; CPR/First Aid are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of climbing experience with some teaching or coaching experience.
• Knowledge of modern climbing instruction methods and techniques.
• Flexible availability including evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and build a client base.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging private climbing sessions tailored to 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 instruction

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Client development

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Maryland is seeking a Climbing Instructor to lead private and group sessions, helping climbers of all levels reach their goals while strengthening the gym community.

You will plan sessions, coordinate schedules with management, and promote offerings across our website and social channels, maintaining a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment. Flexibility for evenings/weekends is required; CPR/First Aid are preferred.