Full-Time Competitive & Recreational Gymnastics Coach

About Chelsea Piers

Chelsea Piers Connecticut is a premier sports and fitness destination in Stamford, bringing athletes, families, coaches, and communities together through exceptional sports experiences. Our expansive facility is home to gymnastics, soccer, hockey, tennis, swimming, fitness, camps, and more, creating an energetic environment built around movement, development, teamwork, and fun.

Our Gymnastics program serves athletes from their very first class through competitive levels. We are looking for a coach who is excited to help athletes build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of the sport while contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture.

About the Opportunity 

Chelsea Piers Connecticut is seeking a motivated, dependable, and passionate Full-Time Competitive & Recreational Gymnastics Coach to join our growing program.

This dual-role position combines coaching within our competitive team program with leading preschool and recreational classes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical gymnastics knowledge, an athlete-first coaching approach, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety, development, and creating an outstanding experience for athletes and families.

Schedule: Full-time (approximately 35 - 40 hours per week), in-person at Chelsea Piers in Stamford, CT. Requires weekend and evening hours. 

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 per year, exempt from overtime

Primary Responsibilities

General Expectations

• Create and contribute to a positive gym culture
• Physical demands: ability to safely spot athletes of various sizes and ability to stand and move for extended periods of time

Competitive Team Coaching

• USAG Xcel and Developmental levels
• Attend all scheduled practices and competitions
• Working knowledge of USAG competitive rules and policies
• Develops and implements lesson plans consistent with program objectives

Preschool & Recreational Coaching

• Class Instruction: Lead engaging, high-energy preschool and foundational recreational gymnastics classes.
• Curriculum Delivery: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans focusing on motor skills, coordination, and a love for fitness.
• Retention: Build strong rapport with students and parents to encourage program retention and advancement.

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

• Safety Inspections: Conduct daily and weekly safety checks on all gym apparatus (bars, beams, vaults, floors, pits).
• Mat Management: Tighten cables, adjust equipment settings, and report any wear or tear immediately.
• Cleanliness: Maintain industry-standard cleanliness and sanitation of training areas, mats, and chalk stations.

Professionalism & Safety Best Practices

• Safety First: Strictly adhere to USA Gymnastics (USAG) and SafeSport safety guidelines and athlete welfare policies.
• Reliability: Maintain excellent attendance, punctuality, and a professional demeanor
• CP Uniform and professional appearance and demeanor
• Spot and set up appropriate stations and drills for appropriate skill development
• Strong communication with colleagues and families

Qualifications 

• Minimum 2 - 4 years of experience coaching competitive Gymnastics (Xcel and/or USAG Development Program)
• Certifications: Active USAG Professional Membership, SafeSport certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Ability to stand and move for long periods of time 
• Ability to spot youth gymnasts of all sizes and ability 

Benefits

• Complimentary Chelsea Piers membership
• Discounts on prorgamming for you and your family 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) contribution and match up to $1,000 per year (after one year of service)
• FSA account, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and other voluntary benefits 
• Free subscription to the Calm meditation app
• Complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning

This position is based at Chelsea Piers in Stamford, CT.

Chelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000