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Session Climbing

Youth Team Coach

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

A Team Coach is responsible for instructing climbing teams at Session Climbing. They will work directly under the Head Coaches to coach team members in a creative and challenging environment. Team ...

Session Climbing LLC

Youth Team Coach

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

A Team Coach is responsible for instructing climbing teams at Session Climbing. They will work directly under the Head Coaches to coach team members in a creative and challenging environment. Team ...

SESSION CLIMBING LLC

Youth Team Coach

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

A Team Coach is responsible for instructing climbing teams at Session Climbing. They will work directly under the Head Coaches to coach team members in a creative and challenging environment. Team ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for climbing coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a climbing coach?

A Climbing Coach is a professional who trains and guides individuals in the sport of climbing, helping them improve technique, strength, and safety skills. They work with climbers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, providing personalized coaching and training plans. Climbing Coaches often teach proper movement, belaying, rope handling, and injury prevention. They may work at climbing gyms, outdoor crags, or with competitive climbing teams. Their goal is to help climbers reach their full potential while fostering a safe and enjoyable climbing experience.

What does a climbing coach do?

A typical day for a Climbing Coach involves leading individual or group climbing sessions, teaching proper techniques, monitoring safety, and providing feedback to help participants progress. Coaches also spend time assessing climbers’ abilities, setting or adjusting routes on climbing walls, and possibly coordinating events or competitions. Collaboration with other coaches, facility staff, and sometimes parents or guardians is common, ensuring a supportive and organized experience for all clients. This variety keeps the role dynamic and offers ongoing opportunities to develop instructional and technical skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a climbing coach?

To thrive as a Climbing Coach, you need a strong background in climbing techniques, safety practices, and route setting, often supported by coaching certifications such as those from the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) or similar organizations. Familiarity with harnesses, belay devices, climbing walls, and risk management systems is important. Outstanding communication, motivational skills, and adaptability help coaches connect with clients of all ages and skill levels. These skills are essential to ensure effective instruction, safety, and positive client progression in both individual and group settings.

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Infographic showing various Climbing Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 58% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Youth Team Coach III

El Cap / Planet Granite / Earth Treks / Movement

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$18.75 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

At Movement, our core values of growth, connection, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We're not just a climbing gym - we're a community that's dedicated to transforming lives through climbing, yoga, and fitness and sharing that vision with as many people as we can. As the country's largest network of climbing gyms, we're building an extraordinary team that's committed to growing our business, our value to our members, our future customers, and our industry.
By expanding our community, we can create rewarding career paths for our team members, continually improve the customer experience, build a sustainable business for the long term, and give back to the communities we are all a part of. We're looking for passionate, resilient, and business-minded enthusiasts who share our values and want to join us in not only leading the climbing industry but defining it!
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Youth Team Coach is a part of a team of coaches who are responsible for delivering practice content to our youth climbing teams and crafting the experience for all levels of Youth Team. Youth Team Climbing Coaches partner with Team Coach Supervisors and/or Manager to plan and execute programming that results in transformative experiences for youth athletes and teaches life skills through sport climbing.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Monitor for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and support transformative experiences for athletes while ensuring team activities promote our core values and a sense of belonging in team members
  • Work with Youth Team Manager and/or Team Coach Supervisors to follow the season schedule and deliver the daily instruction for this level of team including Comps, Events, Training plan etc.
    • May include teaching leading climbing/belaying, top rope belay and bouldering risk management skills at this level after receiving appropriate training and approval
    • Provide input on or write lesson plans that support the program's goals and participant growth and promote connection to our community
  • Coach at practices of this level of team, and competitions as needed based on athlete attendance.
  • Provide supervision for youth climbers who will be bouldering, lead climbing and belaying.
  • Assist Team Coach Supervisor with administrative duties for this team level, including monitoring team rosters, tracking belay training, organizing practice notes, and communicating with parents.
  • Effectively communicate any issues or concerns with coaching staff and the Gym Leadership team in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with Team Coach Supervisor to facilitate mentorship opportunities and personal development for their team level.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Embody Movement's Core Values and the desired culture of our youth team
  • Passion for working with youth and developing youth climbing athletes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with athletes, coaches, parents, and gym leadership.
  • Knowledge and experience in climbing instruction commensurate with the team level being coached
  • Experience with USA Climbing competitions, route setting, and/or competitive climbing is preferred
  • Ability to travel for competitions + events as needed
  • Current USA Climbing Coach membership, or ability to obtain this immediately upon hire, is required. This includes Safesport, First Aid, and CPR certifications, and also the ability to pass a background check.
  • Availability expectations: A minimum of two practices a week and one weekend availability

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • This position is a Part Time (5-12 hours/week), non-exempt position, including gym membership, gear discounts, guest passes, and other benefits available to Movement employees.
  • Starting pay is $18.75-$21.75
  • Please submit application and cover letter by 8/31/26.

Application Questions: Please attach additional document to your application. Thank you!
1) Please describe your coaching experience and/or competitive climbing experience.
2) Tell us about a moment from your coaching history that your are proud of.
3) Why are you interested in coaching at Movement Gowanus?
4) When are you available to start work?
Union Disclosure: Please be advised that this position is a member of a bargaining unit of employees represented by Workers United, an affiliate of Service Employees International Union (Workers United). Movement and Workers United have not yet agreed to a collective bargaining agreement, but the terms and conditions of employment related to this position may be altered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Movement is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.
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