Pickleball Lead

Arcis Golf; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly plus commissions

Program growth bonus

Club facilities access

Continuing education & certification

Job summary

Arcis Golf’s Pickleball Professional role in The Woodlands, TX, focuses on developing and promoting the club’s pickleball program, delivering top-level instruction, and creating a welcoming social and competitive environment for members.

You will run private and group sessions, design clinics and leagues, and collaborate with racquets and club management to optimize court use while driving participation and revenue.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Pickleball Professional or instructor.
• Certification from a recognized organization (USA Pickleball/IPTPA/PPR preferred).
• Strong teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to engage members in social and competitive settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality private and group pickleball instruction for all ages and skill levels.
• Design clinics, leagues, mixers, and instructional programs; develop beginner pathways and advanced programming.
• Oversee daily court scheduling and ensure optimal court allocation with club management.
• Organize internal leagues, club championships, and social events; manage tournaments.

Skills

Pickleball instruction

Event planning

Customer service

Communication

Education

USA Pickleball certification or IPTPA/PPR

Job description

Club Location:

The Woodlands Country Club, Trails Course - The Woodlands, TX

Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an inclusive team of unique individuals who show up each day with a grateful spirit, humble heart, and a genuine respect for one another.

Club Location:

The Woodlands Country Club - Trails; The Woodlands, TX

Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an inclusive team of unique individuals who show up each day with a grateful spirit, humble heart, and a genuine respect for one another.

Pickleball Professional

The Woodlands Country Club – Job Description

Position Summary

The Pickleball Professional is responsible for the development, promotion, and daily management of the club’s pickleball program. This role delivers exceptional instruction, organizes engaging events, and fosters a welcoming, social, and competitive environment that enhances the overall member experience.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Instruction

• Provide high-quality private and group pickleball instruction for all ages and skill levels
• Design and implement clinics, leagues, mixers, and instructional programs
• Develop beginner pathways while maintaining advanced-level programming
• Promote player development and encourage long-term participation

Member Engagement

• Create a vibrant and inclusive pickleball community
• Facilitate social events, round robins, and themed mixers
• Build strong relationships with members and actively promote participation
• Assist in onboarding new members into pickleball programming

Operations & Court Management

• Oversee daily pickleball court scheduling and usage
• Coordinate with tennis and club management to optimize court allocation
• Ensure courts and equipment are maintained to club standards
• Enforce club rules, etiquette, and pace of play

Events & Tournaments

• Organize internal leagues, club championships, and social events
• Plan and execute sanctioned and non-sanctioned tournaments
• Collaborate with other departments for cross-programming opportunities

Retail & Revenue Generation

• Assist with pro shop merchandising specific to pickleball (paddles, balls, apparel)
• Drive lesson revenue and program participation
• Promote clinics, events, and special programming

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the Director of Racquets / Tennis staff
• Support overall racquets programming when needed
• Participate in club events and interdisciplinary activities

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Pickleball Professional, Instructor, or high-level player
• Certification from a recognized organization (e.g., USA Pickleball, PPR, or IPTPA preferred)
• Strong teaching and communication skills
• Ability to engage members in both social and competitive settings
• Knowledge of pickleball programming, league formats, and event planning
• Energetic, professional, and service-oriented demeanor

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly plus lesson/clinic commissions
• Opportunities for bonus based on program growth and participation
• Access to club facilities and amenities
• Continuing education and certification support

Arcis Golf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Arcis participates in E-Verify, the government program that certifies an employee’s right to work for us in the U.S.

Arcis Golf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Arcis participates in E-Verify, the government program that certifies an employee’s right to work for us in the U.S.