Head Age Group Coach - Impactful Youth Swim Leader

BULLDOG SWIMMING INC; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

BULLDOG SWIMMING INC in New Haven, CT seeks a Head Age Group Coach to lead and develop our 10 & under / 12 & under swimmers within a growing competitive program. You will plan season-long training progressions and coach meets to advance fundamentals and performance.

Ideal candidates have prior competitive swimming and coaching experience, strong communication skills, and USA Swimming certifications. This full-time role offers weekday and weekend commitments with growth opportunities in a

Qualifications

• Prior competitive swimming and coaching experience (club experience preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge of stroke mechanics and age group development.
• USA Swimming coaching certifications (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Positive energy, professionalism, and a passion for working with young athletes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Age Group practices, including planning and implementing season-long training progressions
• Develop swimmers' technique across all strokes, with an emphasis on fundamentals, starts, turns, and underwater skills
• Create a positive, structured, and engaging training environment for young athletes
• Oversee group placement and progression within the age group structure
• Attend and actively coach at swim meets, including entry planning and race strategy
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and staff
• Collaborate with the Head Coach to align long-term athlete development and team goals
• Assist in building and growing the Age Group program through retention and recruitment

Skills

Coaching experience

Stroke mechanics

USA Swimming certs

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Positive energy

Job description

BULLDOG SWIMMING INC in New Haven, CT seeks a Head Age Group Coach to lead and develop our 10 & under / 12 & under swimmers within a growing competitive program. You will plan season-long training progressions and coach meets to advance fundamentals and performance.

Ideal candidates have prior competitive swimming and coaching experience, strong communication skills, and USA Swimming certifications. This full-time role offers weekday and weekend commitments with growth opportunities in a