Youth Program Coach

MOMENTUM CLIMBING ACADEMY

YOUTH PROGRAM COACH

ABOUT THE ROLE

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Youth Instruction & Participant Development 

• Coach recreational youth climbing programs including Mo Mini, Base Camp, Youth Club, camps, clinics, and other youth programming as assigned.
• Deliver safe, engaging, and age-appropriate climbing instruction for participants of varying ages and ability levels.
• Assist with lesson delivery while adapting instruction to meet individual participant needs.
• Encourage confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a positive learning environment.
• Monitor participant progress and provide encouragement and constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of safety and enforce all climbing policies and procedures.

Participant & Family Experience 

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for participants and families.
• Build positive relationships with participants and parents through professional, friendly communication.
• Provide parents with updates on participant progress and answer questions regarding programs when appropriate.
• Put the immediate needs and safety of participants first at all times.
• Represent Momentum professionally and contribute to a positive community culture.

Program Operations 

• Assist with equipment distribution, organization, and daily program setup and cleanup.
• Help maintain organized program spaces and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use.
• Assist with participant check-in, attendance, and other program logistics as needed.
• Support substitute coverage, camps, special events, and additional youth programming when available.
• Communicate scheduling needs, participant concerns, and operational issues with the Program Manager.
• Monitor and respond to work-related communication through the company's designated communication platform in a timely manner.

Teamwork & Professional Development 

• Attend required staff meetings, training, and ongoing coach development.
• Collaborate with fellow coaches to provide consistent instruction across all programs.
• Demonstrate Momentum's values through professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
• Continue developing climbing knowledge, coaching skills, and instructional techniques.

REQUIREMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Experience, Skills, and Certifications

• Passion for climbing and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Minimum of one year of climbing experience with strong movement fundamentals.
• Experience working with children through coaching, teaching, mentoring, camps, childcare, or similar settings preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
• Ability to confidently instruct groups in an energetic environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe learning environment and respond appropriately to changing participant needs.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use common workplace software.
• Reliable, dependable, adaptable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Comfortable working in a loud, high-energy gym environment
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and providing instruction.
• Demonstrate climbing movement and techniques on the wall.
• Comfortable working at height and moving safely throughout the climbing facility.
• Ability to assist or support participants during climbing activities as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move on uneven surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to balance, kneel, pull, push, and grasp objects.
• Visual acuity to assess harness fit, knots, belay technique, and participant safety.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Hourly pay starting at $14.00/hour
• Complimentary membership to all Momentum facilities
• 20% discount on Momentum classes, programs, and retail
• Access to outdoor industry pro-deals