Coach, Assistant Head

About Bouldering Project

Bouldering Project is more than a climbing gym—we’re a community. We’re driven by a shared belief: that climbing, movement, and connection should be accessible to everyone. From first-timers to seasoned climbers, families to fitness enthusiasts, and our own teammates—we create inclusive, inspiring spaces where people move, grow, and belong. With world-class climbing, yoga and fitness offerings, and welcoming community spaces, we’re proud to serve nine markets across the U.S.—and we’re just getting started.

About the Role

The Assistant Head Coach supports the Head Coach in leading and growing our competitive youth climbing program. This role blends hands-on coaching, program leadership, administrative coordination, and communication with athletes and families. The Assistant Head Coach plays a key role in modeling team values—including growth mindset, continuous improvement, and process-based training—and ensures a high-quality, supportive environment for athletes to thrive both in training and competition.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in training and mentoring new coaches through real-time feedback and collaboration.
• Support the implementation of team values, training philosophy, and competition strategies.
• Facilitate team debriefs, leadership council meetings, and administrative planning sessions.
• Serve as back-up point of contact for the Head Coach during PTO or absences, including leading practices and managing communications.
• Travel with the team to competitions and act as point person in the Head Coach’s absence.
• Support competitive logistics, including athlete travel coordination and on-site competition coaching.
• Assist with team-related routesetting, curriculum planning, and special event execution.
• Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification and Level-2 USA Climbing coaching status.
• Stay up to date with USA Climbing rules and regulations.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of youth coaching experience, ideally in competitive climbing.
• 1+ years of routesetting experience.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to travel for competitions and work evenings/weekends as needed.
• Familiarity with USA Climbing rules and competition formats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in program coordination or team management.
• Experience with competition routesetting and curriculum development.
• Comfort with public speaking and facilitating group discussions.
• Social media and content creation experience.
• We know not everyone will meet 100% of the qualifications—if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.

Working at Bouldering Project

At Bouldering Project, we aim to cultivate excitement for movement, belonging, and community. We lead by example—making our spaces and offerings accessible, safe, and welcoming to all. Our values of safety first, quality over quantity, and all are welcome are expected to be demonstrated in both leadership and daily operations.

This role may require a flexible schedule, including availability during evenings, weekends, or outside standard business hours depending on programming and business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a part-time, hourly position. Compensation is based on experience and local market benchmarks. Perks include:
• Free Bouldering Project membership for you and a plus one
• Discounts on gear, merchandise, and local retail partners
• A joyful, supportive, and respectful work culture
• Eligible to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Discounts in our in-gym retail shops

Equal Opportunity

Bouldering Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds—including those with nontraditional career paths—to apply.