Mass Postings - Non-Competitive Coach

Central Rock Gym; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Watertown, Massachusetts, seeks a Coach to create a welcoming environment for youth athletes, teaching climbing fundamentals and fostering a passionate community.

Your role involves leading practices, developing lesson plans, and maintaining communication with coaching staff. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with youth, strong communication skills, and at least 2 years of climbing experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with youth in an educational setting.
• Strong behavior management skills with youth of all ages.
• Minimum 2 years of climbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead practices and engage youth athletes.
• Complete SafeSport training for youth coaches.
• Create weekly lesson plans for youth athletes.

Skills

Behavior management

Communication skills

Climbing experience

Lesson planning

Attention to detail

Job description

Central Rock Gym isn’t just a climbing gym — it’s a community‑powered space where confidence is built, limits are challenged, and everyone is welcome. From first‑time climbers nervously tying in to seasoned athletes projecting hard routes, CRG is a place where people come to grow — physically, mentally, and socially.

Our gyms are vibrant, high‑energy environments that combine world‑class climbing with fitness, youth programs, and a strong sense of belonging. What truly sets us apart isn’t just the walls — it’s the people who create the experience every day.

Summary

As a Coach, you will foster a fun and welcoming environment for youth athletes of all ages by introducing fundamentals of climbing, building a strong base, continuing to develop skills, creating a solid curriculum, and ensuring a highly engaged CRG youth community experience.

Responsibilities

• Regularly leading practices with confidence.
• Completion of SafeSport training for youth coaches.
• Strict adherence to our coaches’ code of conduct.
• Create and implement weekly lesson plans.
• Consistent communication with coaching staff regarding scheduling, practice, and athlete progress.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth in an educational setting.
• Strong behavior management skills with youth of all ages.
• Strong in‑person and remote communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years of climbing experience.
• Weekday afternoon availability and willingness to work weekends.
• Proficiency in top rope belaying.
• Careful attention to detail, ability to analyze movement and provide insightful feedback.

Desired Qualifications

• Passionate about introducing youth of all ages to climbing.
• A desire to be with our program long‑term.
• Strong desire to develop professionally as a coach.
• Experience coaching youth or working with them in an outdoor/adventure‑based setting.
• Ability to think critically and creatively about presenting lessons to groups.