Position: Swim Coach (Personal Trainer) Job Type: Full-time or Part-time Available Location: FFC West Loop Compensation: At FFC, Personal Trainers/Swim Coaches earn commission based on experience and certifications. Commission rates range from $40 - $74 per session based on experience and certifications.
The Role:
The Swim Coach is an integral part of the FFC West Loop team, delivering high-quality, individualized swim instruction for adults of all levels—from total beginners to seasoned endurance athletes. This role includes both 1-on-1 coaching and small group classes, with a focus on building confidence, technique, and overall fitness in the water.
We’re looking for a coach who is passionate about adult swim education, water safety, and helping clients achieve a wide range of personal goals, whether that’s completing their first lap or shaving seconds off their triathlon time.
This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of adult swim programming at our club, with the potential to expand into specialty workshops, master swim training, and more.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide exceptional, personalized 1-on-1 swim instruction tailored to adult swimmers’ goals and experience levels
Lead small group swim classes that foster an inclusive and motivating environment
Create progressive training plans that support technical growth, endurance, and water confidence
Arrive 15 minutes prior to each session, starting and ending sessions on time
Provide ongoing feedback to clients to track progress and set new goals
Ensure the pool area remains clean, organized, and safe before and after each session
Collaborate with the Fitness Director to support program visibility and growth
Qualifications:
Swim Coach Certification
CPR/AED Certification
At least one year of experience coaching or instructing adult swimmers
Proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes and ability to tailor instruction to different goals (e.g., technique, conditioning, swim prep for races)
Passion for helping adult swimmers of all backgrounds feel empowered in the water
Strong communication and customer service skills
What We Offer:
Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision though Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
401K: With company match
Life Insurance: Company-paid
Professional Development: FFC matches 50% of educational costs up to $200/year
Fitness Education: Discounts on certifications (e.g., Pilates, Yoga, Personal Trainer)
Continued Education: Access to FFC University for nationally accredited courses and discounted certifications (ACE, NASM and more)