About the Role
Job Summary
The Lead Team Coach is responsible for developing and coaching a competitive youth climbing team, with a focus on achieving national-level success. This role involves creating training programs, ensuring climber safety, and fostering a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Coaching and Training :
- Lead team practices and prepare climbers for competitions.
- Develop and implement training plans that promote skill development and personal growth.
- Provide constructive feedback and support to help climbers improve.
- Program Coordination :
- Collaborate with other coaches to ensure consistency and quality across all team levels.
- Assist with tryouts, team selection, and advancing climbers through the program.
- Safety and Supervision :
- Oversee climber safety during practices, ensuring all belaying and spotting meets standards.
- Ensure training impacts gym members and equipment appropriately.
- Parent and Team Communication :
- Communicate with parents about schedules, competitions, and updates.
- Provide timely feedback on individual and team performance.
- Administration :
- Manage team registrations, attendance, and USAC affiliations.
- Work with gym management on program logistics and facility coordination.
Qualifications
- Experience in youth coaching, ideally in climbing or a related sport.
- Strong communication skills and a passion for youth development.
- USAC coaching certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Demonstrated experience in coaching youth in climbing or a related athletic discipline.
- Strong communication and teaching skills, with a passion for working with children.
- USAC coaching certification (or ability to obtain).
Physical Requirements
- Proficiency in belaying and teaching physical training exercises with an emphasis on safety and proper technique.
- Ability to stand, belay, spot climbers, and perform various physical activities for extended periods.
- Capacity to provide hands‑on support to climbers of all ages, adapting to individual needs and abilities.
Compensation
Starting Pay is $23.00/hour. Lead Team Coachindividual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to; facility location and type, membership volume, experience, and job/position tenure.
Benefits
At Touchstone, we value our employees and offer the following benefits for part time employees:
- Medical FSA - All employees are eligible to make Pre-tax contributions to a Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
- Paid Time Off – Vacation and sick leave provided
- Free Gym Membership – Access to all Touchstone facilities
- Pro Deals & Staff Discounts – Discounts on gear purchased at our gyms and industry pro deals
- Flexible Work Schedule – Supporting work-life balance
We believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive.
Location
Location:
Sacramento Pipeworks
116 N 16th St,
Sacramento, CA 95814