Gymnastics Coach (Parties)
Role Overview
The Gymnastics Coach provides leadership for the YMCA gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels while supporting skill development, safe training, and competition preparation. This role plans and leads practices, mentors coaching staff, coordinates meets, communicates with athletes and families, and ensures a safe, inclusive environment that reflects YMCA values, policies, and standards.
If you are passionate about gymnastics and inspiring athletes to reach their potential, we invite you to bring your experience and leadership to our team!
Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Description
This position supports the mission and work of the Y by providing on-deck leadership for the gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels using USA Gymnastics progressions. Plans and leads practices and meet preparation, mentors coaching staff, partners with families, and ensures a safe, inclusive environment aligned with YMCA policies and Association standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Model the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with athletes, families, staff, and volunteers.
Plan practice cycles and daily training across vault, bars, beam, and floor; use USAG progressions and effective spotting to advance skills safely.
Lead meet planning and logistics (home/away), including schedules, rosters, travel details, and session assignments; coordinate with Parents Club as appropriate.
Evaluate athlete placement and readiness; track attendance, scores, and progress; communicate goals and expectations to athletes and families.
Maintain equipment readiness and training spaces; complete/oversee routine apparatus inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
Mentor and direct assistant coaches and instructors to ensure consistent teaching standards, safety practices, and positive team culture.
Respond promptly and appropriately to incidents/emergencies; complete required documentation; instruct participants in emergency procedures.
Follow YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting/abuse-prevention protocols.
Participate in required meetings, trainings, and Association events; represent the YMCA positively in league/meet communications.
Requirements
- Minimum age 21 with four (4)+ years’ experience coaching competitive gymnastics (head or assistant coach).
- Demonstrated ability to teach and spot compulsory/optional skills (Levels 3–7 required; Level 8–10 preferred).
- Strong organization, planning, and customer-service skills; ability to lead staff and communicate effectively with athletes and families.
- Professional Membership with USA Gymnastics (or obtained per Association timeline), USAG background check, and U101: Safety & Risk Management. Current CPR/AED and First Aid (or within Association timeframe).
Summary
The Gymnastics Coach provides leadership for the YMCA gymnastics program, coaching athletes across pre-team and competitive levels while supporting skill development, safe training, and competition preparation. This role plans and leads practices, mentors coaching staff, coordinates meets, communicates with athletes and families, and ensures a safe, inclusive environment that reflects YMCA values, policies, and standards.
If you are passionate about gymnastics and inspiring athletes to reach their potential, we invite you to bring your experience and leadership to our team!
Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
Charitable organization dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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