Trainee Coach

The Yard is looking for passionate and positive individuals to join our driven family. Do allow up to 5 working days to get back to you. Only shortlisted applicants will receive a reply. Thank you for your interest.

Recreational Gymnastics (3-16 yrs)

**JOB PURPOSE**:

- To develop as a Recreational gymnastics coach at the Yard.
- To assist in the administration of the recreational programme

The Yard is Singapore's premier and largest gymnastics provider for Recreational and high performance gymnastics, and we are currently seeking trainee gymnastic coaches to join our expanding team.

As one of Singapore’s fastest growing sports, gymnastics is firmly rooted in the daily curriculums of young developing athletes. As we see an increased focus and investment at a governing body level, there is. a trend to move towards a greater focus on technically driven, grassroot programs flowing into strong high performance squads. Driven by this growth there is a real need for qualified & experienced gymnastics coaches

At The Yard we have developed a successful training program for enthusiastic individuals with a background in sport. Whilst specific experience in Gymnastics is not absolutely essential as full training will be given, we do require motivation, dedication and a passion for the sport from all participants. Our Trainee Gymnastics Coaching Program aims to develop and educate potential coaches towards becoming experienced coaches for the future, and furnish a strong coach mentorship & learning program that grows the next generation of coaches for the club & Singapore as a whole.

The program works through a combination of strong mentorship delivery as well as on the floor provision of real time experience in a class situation, developing the leaders we will need.

We have a structured program working with a team of international coaches giving you the best opportunities to help you develop and progress in your new career.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
**COACHING**
- To deliver high-quality, progressive coaching sessions appropriate to age and ability of group under the direction of the Recreation Programs Manager
- Ensure the safety of all participants, other coaches and your own within sessions, reporting all accident and incidents in accordance with The Yard’s procedures and codes of practice.
- Adhere at all times to, Safeguarding, Equality and Health & Safety practices.
- Attend all coaching clinics to assist in coaching development.
- Operate and maintain effective communication channels with all relevant staff, parents and participants.

**ADMINISTRATION**
- Working with the Senior Recreational coach assist in the development of the delivery, structure and scheduling of all recreational programs providing assistance as required.
- Assist in the development of lesson plans
- Learn to assist in the maintenance of the equipment in the Gym

***GENERAL**
- Maintain a high standard of personal appearance
- Be punctual and have a positive attitude to attendance
- Maintain a high standard of conduct and behaviour that is sensitive to the client base especially in the dealings with the children
- Facility maintenance assistance in the presentation of the Gym
- Team player, working with all members of the Dempsey staff
- Complete the Review and Development exercise and undertake identified development opportunities on an annual basis
- Respect confidentiality at all times
- Complete ad hoc tasks to be agreed with the Management team
- To assist with cover in both Gymnasts, Trampoline and Freestyle programmes if required
- Undertake any other duties within the overall purpose and scope of the roles as may be required by the Director of Coaching