Why This Role Exists Very few kids conquer the Warped Wall on their first try. What we teach is the next try. The Ninja Coach's real job isn't obstacles — it's confidence. Through agility, coordination, strength, and balance training, our coaches teach kids to attempt hard things, persist through challenges, and keep working at a skill until they win. A great Ninja Coach sends every athlete home a little braver than they arrived. If you're positive, dependable, and love the moment a kid conquers something they were scared of last week, we want to hear from you. Ninja or agility training experience helps, but we're willing to train the right person — every week has curriculum, so you always have a playbook. What You'll Teach Obstacle-course fundamentals: Warped Wall, Swinging, angled steps, monkey bars, rock wall, and balance control.
Body-control basics:
forward rolls, safe falling and landing, balance, and spatial awareness. Athletic foundations that transfer to every sport: agility, speed, strength, and endurance.
The Pioneer mindset:
effort over outcome, resilience after failure, and celebrating teammates' wins.
Focus and attention:
your energy must match or exceed the class — kids stay engaged when their coach is locked in Responsibilities Lead safe, high-energy classes that follow the weekly curriculum, adjusting lesson plans to each group's age and ability. Build positive relationships with athletes; give motivational, specific feedback that grows confidence. Teach and reinforce safe falling, spotting, and progressions — building skills up or breaking them down as each athlete needs. Maintain a controlled, positive class environment; communicate clearly and calmly with children and parents. Set up, inspect, and break down equipment and obstacle stations before and after classes. Follow all Pioneer safety policies and report any incidents, injuries, or equipment concerns immediately. Collaborate with fellow coaches; be coachable — take feedback, learn spotting techniques, and share what you know. Qualifications Enthusiastic, dependable, positive, and eager to learn. Strong communication skills with children and adults; comfortable leading a group with calm, confident direction. Ability to create, follow, and adapt lesson plans. Ninja, gymnastics, tumbling, agility training, parkour, or related coaching experience preferred but not required — we train the right people. Must be able to work well with athletes of all ages and as part of a team. Must pass a background check (including Massachusetts
CORI/SORI
) prior to working with children. CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on coaching role. With or without reasonable accommodation, the coach must be able to: Stand, walk, and remain active on the gym floor for the duration of scheduled classes (up to 4+ hours). Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds (equipment, mats, obstacle components). Bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach overhead while demonstrating and spotting skills. Physically spot and support athletes during skill attempts, including reacting quickly to prevent falls. Demonstrate basic obstacles and movements appropriate to the curriculum. Equal Opportunity Pioneer Athletic Center is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and employment.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance
