Bouldering Project’s mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We’re driven by the pursuit of better. We create joyful places and pathways for climbing, fitness, yoga, and social experiences that inspire people to challenge themselves and engage in a lifestyle centered around health, friendship, and purpose. 

Hours: Vary, Non-Exempt 

Reports to: Adult Instruction Lead, General Manager 

BP Adult Climbing Instructors are responsible for bringing the industry’s most unique, accessible, and innovative climbing instruction experience to life. They are responsible for providing unparalleled levels of customer service, engagement, and connection as they introduce people to and support them on their lifelong journey with climbing in a way that is healthy, sustainable, fulfilling, and fun. 

Expectations

• Embody BP instruction values of being welcoming, supportive, positive and constructive in all circumstances 
• Be in constant pursuit of better understanding climbers through dedicated empathy and a desire to connect with individuals
• Foster community amongst participants
• Show up on time, be present, and exist in the right mindset for the program you are facilitating 
• Display confidence in taking leadership enforcing safety protocol 
• Maintain calm and composure in the midst of high stress scenarios 
• Regularly manage groups of adults of varying experience levels and curate excellent learning environments in a busy climbing environment 
• Spend adequate time interacting with the local community in order to gather feedback and assess the impact of the work being performed. 
• Potential to engage with Private Instruction, meeting clients needs within our space in a one on one or small group setting. This would include giving instructors the ability to set their own rates depending on the level of instruction provided split with the gym.

• Experience instructing or coaching climbing in a professional environment preferred 
• Good communication skills and the ability to provide, receive and implement feedback 
• Passion for climbing and community development 
• Ability to move 50lbs on soft flooring 
• Must be able to pass a background check

• Though instruction will be performed on a regular basis, many duties require an ability to be flexible in working hours: Weekday, weekends, mornings, and nights may be required. Total workweek hours are variable depending on the position available.

• Conduct yourself and encourage a culture that best represents the expectations of the BP programs department, BP's values, and local leadership
• Maintain the highest possible standards or risk management and be in constant pursuit of ways to mitigate risk
• Provide critical and constructive feedback to the Program Lead regarding product, experience, job satisfaction, morale and workload

• While BP’s performance expectations are high, so are its expectations for maintaining a healthy, sustainable work-life balance. BP Instructors enjoy the following benefits with their employment:
• Discounts on retail items 
• Plus one membership 
• Access to industry pro deals and discounts 
• A work environment where community, respect, and balance are core values

Hiring Process: Please email a cover letter and resume to this post.

Bouldering Project strives to embody equal opportunity in our workplaces. We believe that different perspectives and identities strengthen our communities and unlock our potential.