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How much do hourly climbing gym jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly climbing gym in the United States is $24.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Climbing Gym vs Climbing Instructor?

AspectHourly Climbing GymClimbing Instructor
CertificationsBasic safety and climbing knowledge, sometimes CPR/First AidAdvanced climbing certifications (e.g., AMGA, PCGI), CPR/First Aid
Work EnvironmentIndoor climbing gyms, flexible hours, customer-focusedIndoor/outdoor climbing sites, instructional settings, scheduled classes
Employer & IndustryClimbing gyms, fitness centersClimbing gyms, outdoor adventure companies, guiding services

While both roles involve climbing activities, an Hourly Climbing Gym typically refers to staff working in a gym setting with a focus on customer service and safety, often with basic certifications. A Climbing Instructor usually holds advanced certifications and teaches climbing skills, often in both indoor and outdoor environments. The main difference lies in certification level, job responsibilities, and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Climbing Gym job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,611 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Private Climbing Coach IV

El Cap / Planet Granite / Earth Treks / Movement

Arlington, VA • On-site

$27.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 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 Summary
Private Coaches are expected to listen and understand what their client(s) are seeking during a private lesson or over a series of sessions. We are actively looking for a quality coach who can consistently deliver a transformative experience to their clients.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Respond to inquiries and schedule sessions independently that meet the client's criteria by email, phone or in person.
  • Monitor client's energy levels and support the athlete while promoting our core values.
  • Be curious and ask questions to further your understanding of what the client is hoping to gain.
  • Ability to develop coaching plans for a broad range of clients.
  • Present a plan for how that session or a series of sessions could progress over time.
  • Provide a transformative experience for the client.
  • Document private sessions thoroughly & consistently via the processes outlined to support the program department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Embody Movement's Core Values and foster a positive culture in our community.
  • Passion for working with athletes of all levels & ages to help further develop their unique needs.
  • Knowledge and experience in climbing instruction commensurate with the level for which you're hired.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with athletes, coaches, parents, and gym leadership.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage client scheduling and admin responsibilities as needed.
  • Able to expand on content beyond the basics of Intro Series classes including content specialization and/or provide feedback for advanced climbers (approx. 5.11 to V6 range).
  • Proven track record of consistent admin.
  • <1 year of PC or similar experience elsewhere.
  • 10+ sessions per month and/or 50% recurring clients.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a part-time hourly position with a starting pay of $27.50 based on the evaluation of your coaching skill set.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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