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School-Age Gymnastics Coach
Discover Gymnastics | Ballard
Position Type: Part-time (afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends)
Pay: $21.30–$25/hour (DOE)
Start Date: Flexible / Spring Opening
About the Role
Discover Gymnastics is a new neighborhood gym in Ballard focused on joyful movement, skill development, and positive experiences for kids and families. We’re seeking an enthusiastic School-Age Gymnastics Coach to lead recreational classes for children ages 5–12.
Our school-age program emphasizes strong fundamentals, safe skill progressions, and confidence-building in a supportive, inclusive environment. Classes are structured, energetic, and fun — designed to meet kids where they are and help them grow through movement.
We provide lesson plans, class structure, and ongoing support so you can focus on teaching, connecting with athletes, and creating a positive class experience.
What You’ll Do
- Lead 50-minute recreational gymnastics classes for school-age athletes using provided lesson plans and skill progressions
- Create a safe, positive, well-managed class environment that encourages effort and growth
- Teach fundamental gymnastics skills with clear instruction and appropriate progressions
- Communicate professionally and positively with families before and after class
- Help care for equipment and keep the gym clean and welcoming
- Assist with Open Gym or birthday parties as available
Who You Are
- You enjoy working with school-age children and helping them build confidence through movement
- You value safety, consistency, and positive coaching
- You’re comfortable leading a group and managing a class setting
- You’re reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
- You have CPR/First Aid certification (or are willing to obtain)
- Previous gymnastics, coaching, or youth-focused experience is helpful but not required - we’re happy to train the right person
If you enjoy working with kids and are excited to learn, we encourage you to apply.
Why Work With Us
- Supportive, values-driven gym culture
- Thoughtfully planned classes and manageable class sizes
- Paid training
- Opportunity to help build a new gym from the ground up
All coaches must pass a background check and complete SafeSport, First Aid, CPR, and concussion training prior to working with athletes.
Salary : $21 - $25