Head Coach (Xcel Team)

Description

The Xcel (Competitive) Head Coach is responsible for leading and growing the Xcel competitive gymnastics program at their assigned location. This role oversees athlete development, coaching staff leadership, program structure, and competitive performance while maintaining a positive culture aligned with the academy’s broader mission of developing happy, active, and strong kids.

The role requires a balance of strong technical coaching ability, leadership maturity, and program-building skills. The Head Coach works closely with the company’s Xcel team leadership and is responsible for owning and managing the Xcel program at their home location.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Team and Team Coordinator on competitive program leadership at given location. Responsibilities include implementing seasonal training plans, developing year-round practice schedules, lead meet preparation and competition strategy, and supporting athlete progression from recreational to pre-team and competitive team.
• Serve as the lead coach for up to two teams and provide support coaching for additional teams as needed.
• Lead staff scheduling of Team Coaches and provide support, coach development, and mentorship.
• Spearhead team-related family communication and member experience needs including emails, meetings, phone calls, and ongoing program updates.
• Coordinate meet registration and logistics including athlete registrations, scheduling, coach assignments, and uniform sizing and ordering.
• Monitor skill progression, benchmarks, and athlete readiness while maintaining clear communication with athletes and parents.
• Plan and host an annual pre-team showcase.
• Collaborate with location’s General and Program Managers to support the recreational program. Responsibilities may include administrative tasks, coaching or substituting classes, assisting with coach training, and offering skill clinics.
• Attend required staff training, team meetings, seasonal evaluations, and special events.
• Uphold and model the academy’s core values of respect, teamwork, and excellence in all interactions.
• Enforce spotting and progression protocols. Document and manage incidents professionally, promoting athlete wellness and injury prevention.
• May be assigned manager on duty for various shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Core Competencies

• High-energy, engaging, and positive coaching style
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with athletes, parents, and staff
• Dependable, punctual, and consistent in attendance and performance
• Demonstrates patience and positivity while working effectively with children of diverse ages and backgrounds
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet different learning styles and physical abilities
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and solution-focused
  
  

Requirements

• 3 years competitive gymnastics coaching experience
• Experience coaching athletes in the USA Gymnastics Development Program (DP), formerly known as the Junior Olympic (JO) program, and/or Xcel program levels
• Strong technical knowledge of women’s artistic gymnastics events including vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise
• Proven experience developing athletes over multiple seasons
• Maintain and remain current on all required certifications and trainings, including CPR/AED, First Aid, and SafeSport (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
  
  

Work Schedule & Environment

• Primarily weekday afternoons and evenings, as well as weekends, with occasional daytime hours during the week for classes
• Work is performed in an indoor gym environment with frequent interaction with children and families
• Frequent weekend travel throughout competition season for meets (travel expenses for meets are paid)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate physical skills and actively engage with students during instruction
• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, spotting athletes, lifting, and moving equipment
• Must be able to spot athletes safely and provide physical assistance as needed
• Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs. and work in a physically active, fast-paced environment