About This Role
Working with competitive swimmers from middle school and high school to develop their strength and conditioning is the core of this part-time coaching role. The coach will implement an established swim-specific program, focusing on instruction, proper technique, and athlete engagement.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and coach approximately 8–10 hours of strength and conditioning sessions per week
- Implement Badger’s established strength and conditioning program
- Teach and reinforce proper lifting, movement, and exercise technique
- Provide individual instruction and technical corrections to athletes
- Maintain a safe, organized, positive, and productive training environment
- Track athlete attendance, testing, progression, and relevant performance metrics
- Communicate effectively with Badger Swim Club coaches regarding athlete progress
- Communicate and collaborate with our third-party swim-specific strength and conditioning partner
- Help athletes understand proper training habits and expectations in the weight room
- Develop and maintain healthy relationships with athletes and coaching staff
- Be a positive role model, maintain high ethical and professional standards, and adhere to all Badger Swim Club policies
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Prior experience in strength and conditioning, personal training, athletic performance, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of proper lifting and movement technique
- Ability to effectively teach, communicate, and provide technical feedback to athletes
- Strong organizational skills and ability to track athlete development
- Ability and willingness to work collaboratively within an established training program
- CPR/AED certification and/or ability to obtain required certifications
Nice to have:
- Experience working with middle school and high school athletes
- Strength and conditioning or personal training certification
- Competitive swimming experience
Important Details
- Schedule: approximately 8–10 hours per week, primarily during weekday afternoons with the possibility of some weekend hours
- Start date: immediate
About the Company
Badger Swim Club, established in 1956, is one of the oldest swim clubs in America. Its mission is to produce national and international caliber swimmers from the New York Metropolitan Area.