Job Summary: Gold's Aquatics Club is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to fill the role of Full-Time Player Coach at our Woodinville location. As the primary coach on deck, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our swimmers. This position involves a dynamic combination of coaching responsibilities and administrative tasks performed at Gold's Gym Woodinville.
Responsibilities:
Act as the primary coach on deck, providing leadership and guidance to our swimmers.
Perform administrative tasks at Gold's Gym Woodinville to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Develop and oversee a progressive swim program aligned with the goals of Gold's Aquatics Club.
Design and implement effective training plans to enhance swimmers' technique, endurance, and performance.
Conduct regular practice sessions and provide on-deck coaching during scheduled training hours.
Evaluate swimmers' progress, offer individualized feedback, and identify areas for improvement.
Plan and coordinate participation in swim meets, handling registration, event selection, and team travel arrangements.
Provide one on one or small group, private lessons to swim team members needing additional support.
Communicate regularly with swimmers, parents, and club management regarding practice schedules, meet results, and other important information.
Stay updated on the latest coaching techniques, training methodologies, and competitive trends in the swimming community.
Adhere to all club policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Work closely with the Aquatic Director to create seamless synergy between our Swim Academy program and our USA Swim Team.
Qualifications:
Previous coaching experience with a proven track record of success in developing swimmers at various levels.
Deep understanding of swimming techniques, training principles, and competitive strategies.
Strong leadership skills, motivating and inspiring athletes to reach their full potential.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively working with swimmers, parents, and club staff.
Current certification in lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
USA Swimming Certified.
Familiarity with meet management software and the ability to analyze and interpret race results.
Knowledge of USA Swimming rules and regulations (if applicable).
Availability to work flexible hours, especially during swim meet weeks, exceeding the standard 40 hours per week.
Passion for swimming and a commitment to promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.
Please note that this is a player coach role, combining coaching and administrative responsibilities.