Senior Gymnastics Coach
Summary
Senior Gymnastics Coach leads recreational gymnastics classes for children, trains new coaches, and helps manage gym operations in a positive, structured environment.
The Senior Gymnastics Coach for recreational gymnastics programming is responsible for delivering high-energy, engaging, and safe classes for athletes of all ages and skill levels. This role works closely with the General and Program Managers to support coach development, execute programming, and provide hands-on instruction.
The Senior Coach plays a key role in advancing the Dominique Dawes Academy’s mission to empower every child through movement in a positive, encouraging, and structured environment. Senior Coaches are expected to cultivate a fun, disciplined learning atmosphere that promotes confidence, coordination, strength, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Program Manager and General Manager to refine lesson plans, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement improvements.
- Support gym management with the rollout of new lesson plans, equipment changeovers, and any scheduling needs.
- Serve as the point person for program-specific events and showcases, where applicable.
- Model exemplary coaching practices and positive athlete engagement.
- Assist with onboarding and training new coaches, providing ongoing support, guidance and performance feedback as needed.
- Collaborate with teammates and management to ensure smooth class transitions, rotations, and overall facility operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe training environment, including setup and breakdown of equipment.
- Monitor programming and class flow through regular on-floor presence; respond promptly to support needs, injuries, or safety concerns in accordance with gym protocols.
- Ensure all classes adhere to established safety policies, procedures, and coaching standards.
- Instruct weekly gymnastics classes for preschool, beginner, and intermediate-level athletes as assigned.
- Attend required staff training sessions, team meetings, seasonal evaluations, and special events.
- Uphold and model the academy’s core values of respect, teamwork, and excellence in all interactions.
- May be assigned manager on duty for various shifts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
- High-energy, engaging, and positive coaching style
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Dependable, punctual, and consistent in attendance and performance
- Demonstrates patience, positivity, and the ability to work effectively with children of diverse ages and backgrounds
- Ability to adapt instruction to meet different learning styles and physical abilities
- Clear and effective communication skills via phone, email, and in person
- Team-oriented, collaborative, and solution-focused