Lead Team Touchstone Coach - Class 5

Touchstone Climbing owns and operates 17 climbing gyms across California. But we're more than gyms -- We're a community. 

In addition to competitive pay, outstanding benefits, free gym membership, and other perks, joining our team connects you with all we have going on in our dynamic community.

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 Coach individual 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.

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.

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