Pickleball Coach / Teaching Professional

Altadena Town and Country Club; Altadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay structure

Certification funding

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Altadena Town and Country Club seeks an energetic pickleball coach to lead and grow our program. You will deliver high-quality instruction for all ages, organize events, and cultivate a welcoming community on the courts.

Responsibilities include teaching lessons, running clinics, leading leagues, and developing junior and family programs while assisting with scheduling and event logistics. Certification within 90 days is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Certification within 90 days preferred.
• 2+ years pickleball coaching or teaching experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• SafeSport training and background check as required by club.

Responsibilities

• Teach private, semi-private, and group pickleball lessons for all levels.
• Run intro clinics and beginner sessions for new members.
• Lead skill-specific clinics (dinking, third-shot drops, strategy, serve/return).
• Organize and host open play, ladders, round robins, mixers, and member tournaments.
• Assist with rating assessments and group placement.
• Coach club teams and prepare players for league/interclub play.
• Develop junior and family programs, camps, and events.
• Help manage court scheduling, reservations, and registrations.
• Support crossover with tennis players and marketing efforts.

Skills

Coaching cert

Pickleball know-how

CPR/First Aid

Communication skills

Tools

Play by Point

Club Essentials

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic, personable pickleball coach to lead and grow our pickleball program. You will deliver high-quality instruction to players of all ages and skill levels, organize play and events, and help build a welcoming community on the courts.

Responsibilities

• Teach private, semi-private, and group lessons for beginner through advanced players

• Run introductory clinics and “Intro to Pickleball” sessions for new members

• Lead skill-specific clinics (dinking, third-shot drops, strategy, serve and return, doubles positioning)

• Organize and host open play, ladders, round robins, mixers, and member tournaments

• Assist players with rating assessments and appropriate group placement

• Coach club teams and prepare players for league and interclub play

• Develop junior and family programs, camps, and special events

• Help manage court scheduling, reservations, and program registration

• Support cross-over opportunities for tennis players interested in pickleball

• Deliver outstanding membership and foster an inclusive, social atmosphere

• Help maintain safe, clean, well-organized courts and equipment, including demo paddles and balls

• Support the Director of Racquet Sports in marketing and growing the program

Qualifications

• [Required] PPR, IPTPA, or USAP certification (or willingness to obtain within [90 days])

• [1-3+] years of pickleball coaching or teaching experience, ideally in a club setting

• Strong playing ability and deep knowledge of rules, strategy, technique, and teaching progressions

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with a wide range of ages and abilities

• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• SafeSport training and a background check, as required by the club

• Reliable and professional, with the ability to work [mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed]

Preferred

• Tournament or competitive playing experience, with a DUPR or UTPR rating

• Background in pickleball, tennis, or other racquet sports

• Experience running leagues, round robins, or events

• Familiarity with court booking and club management software [Play by Point, Club Essentials]

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and lesson revenue structure

• Professional development support, including certification funding

• A supportive team and the chance to shape a rapidly growing program