Swimming Coach

Impera Sports is looking for an experienced and passionate Swimming Coach to join our team in Riyadh. As a Swimming Coach, you will play a vital role in teaching water safety, developing technique, and building confidence in students aged 4 and above. We are seeking someone with strong instructional and leadership skills who can collaborate effectively with colleagues in our supportive and dynamic learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Sports Manager, Swimming Unit Head, and Administration to achieve academy-wide goals.
• Provide expertise in swimming to promote age-appropriate training and water safety practices.
• Monitor and support students who require special attention, including those with special needs.
• Collaborate with management to set strategic directions and mentor assistant coaches.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills when engaging with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Conduct planning meetings with coaching staff and communicate with parents when required.

Coaching Duties

• Take attendance at each class using the attandance system.
• Deliver high-quality swimming instruction across all levels (beginners to competitive swimmers).
• Assess swimmers’ abilities and adjust groups accordingly, in coordination with the manager.
• Review lesson plans, drills, and schedules prior to each session.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students in and around the pool.
• Maintain up-to-date swimmer profiles, including progress records and photos.
• Follow up with absent students and track attendance patterns.
• Regularly update parents on progress using the academy’s evaluation and reporting system.
• Use follow-up, make-up class, and withdrawal reports effectively.

Parent Engagement

• Provide constructive feedback on student progress and skill development.
• Address punctuality and consistent lateness to classes.
• Encourage parents to add additional training days where beneficial.
• Suggest schedule adjustments to suit student needs and abilities.
• Motivate swimmers to participate in academy swim meets and competitions.
• Ensure all students wear the proper swimming uniform and equipment.

Class Preparation & Standards

• Arrive 30 minutes before each session to take attendance and prepare the pool.
• Wear the official academy uniform.
• Store mobile phones during training sessions.
• Ensure all necessary equipment (kickboards, pull buoys, fins, lane ropes) is ready before class begins.
• Review the session plan and clarify uncertainties with the Unit Head.

Operational Duties

• Coordinate with the designated Health & Safety for pool and venue concerns.
• Complete a daily end-of-session report.
• Assist new children during tryout sessions and advise parents on suitable groups.
• Supervise safe student pickups according to academy policy.
• Monitor session participation and identify opportunities for enrollment growth.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Recognized swimming coaching certification (ASA, ASCA, FINA, or equivalent).
• Lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid certification (required).
• Proven experience coaching children from beginner to advanced levels.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt training for mixed-ability groups.
• Based in Riyadh or willing to relocate before starting.

Why Join Impera Sports?

At Impera Sports, you will join a multicultural team of passionate professionals delivering world-class swimming training in Riyadh. We provide modern facilities, career development opportunities, and the chance to inspire the next generation of swimmers in a safe and supportive environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ﷼8,000.00 - ﷼12,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Riyadh: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)

Experience:

• Coaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)