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Youth Team Coach

Centennial, CO · On-site

$19.38/hr

We're not just a climbing gym - we're a community that's dedicated to transforming lives through ... The Youth Team Coach is a part of a team of coaches who are responsible for delivering practice ...

Youth Programs Coach

Gilbert, AZ

$16 - $20.75/hr

Alta Climbing and Fitness - Gilbert Alta is looking for an experienced, positive Youth Programs Coach to come and join our Youth Programs Team! This is a part time position. The ideal candidate is ...

... climbing. * Coaches will be required to set up a safe gym environment: including but not limited to * Adhering to safe practices for all equipment * Ensuring safe technique is being used while ...

Coach, Team

Washington, DC · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

With world-class climbing, yoga and fitness offerings, and welcoming community spaces, we're proud to serve nine markets across the U.S.-and we're just getting started. About the Role Team Coaches ...

With world-class climbing, yoga and fitness offerings, and welcoming community spaces, we're proud to serve nine markets across the U.S.-and we're just getting started. About the Role The Head Coach ...

Head Coach

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

With world-class climbing, yoga and fitness offerings, and welcoming community spaces, we're proud to serve nine markets across the U.S.--and we're just getting started. About the Role The Head Coach ...

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We're driven by a shared belief: that climbing, movement, and connection should be accessible to ... About the Role The Head Coach plays a key leadership role in Bouldering Project's youth competitive ...

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How much do climbing coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 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 does a typical day look like for a Climbing Coach?

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 is a Climbing Coach job?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Climbing Coach position, and why are they important?

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 June 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% 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

Youth Team Coach

Earth Treks

Centennial, CO • On-site

$19.38/hr

Part-time

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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.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

  • Monitor 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 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 top rope belay and bouldering risk management skills at this level after receiving appropriate training and approval 
  • May include providing input on or writing 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 and belaying.  
  • Assist  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 management team in a timely manner.  
  • Collaborate with Team Coach Supervisor to facilitate mentorship opportunities and personal development for their team level.   

Qualifications  

  • 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  
  • We are looking for someone with consistent Sunday afternoon availability

Additional Information  

  • This position is a Part Time (2-6 hours), non-exempt position, including gym membership, gear discounts, guest passes, and other benefits available to Movement employees.   
  • Starting pay is $19.38 with room for flexibility depending on experience.  
  • Posting will remain open until position is filled.

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.