Join the Ascent Team

 

Who is Ascent?

We are an energetic team of dedicated climbers working together to:

  • Foster community. We strive for a diverse, inclusive, friendly community with a shared passion for climbing.
  • Serve the community. We have the duty and privilege to provide the front range with the best indoor climbing experience possible.
  • Have fun! We're always looking for creative ways to inspire and pleasantly surprise.

Join us!

How to Apply

Please review the job descriptions,  qualifications, and application instructions listed below to determine if you're a good fit for our open positions.

We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.

Ascent Studio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are pleased to be an inclusive and welcoming community.

Open Positions:

Management / Marketing

Marketing & Communications Manager

Ascent Studio is seeking a creative and strategic marketing professional to intentionally develop and execute marketing strategies to grow the business, and encourage increased member engagement and event participation. The ideal candidate has a passion for climbing and understanding our local climbing culture.

This role is central to how our community sees, hears, and connects with Ascent Studio. It has space for creativity and humor and is ideal for someone who loves visual design, storytelling, outdoor culture, and bringing fresh ideas to life.

For full details of this position including how to apply, please follow this link to the job posting in the Climbing Business Journal [climbingbusinessjournal.com].

Application Deadline: EOD Friday Aug 21st, 2026

Youth Programs: Team Ascent

Assistant Coach

Job Summary

Ascent Studio is looking for one part-time individual as Assistant Coach for Team Ascent 1-2 nights per week, in addition to periodic weekend competitions. This individual should have a robust background in climbing at an advanced level, and may have prior competition experience. This individual should have a passion for working with beginner and intermediate youth athletes; and be adept at curating an environment where athletes are motivated to improve themselves and invest in their peers. To apply for this position, please review the job information; and send a resume and cover letter to hiring-coach@ascentstudio.com

Job Parameters

  • $18 per hour
  • Part time, 3-13 hours per week depending on competition schedule
  • Weeknight and Weekend availability is required
  • Thursday night availability is required


Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of extensive climbing experience in multiple disciplines at an advanced level, including both indoor bouldering and sport climbing
  • Ability to provide quality, informed coaching on climbs up to 5.12 and V7
  • Possession or active pursuance of the requirements to be a USA Climbing Certified Coach (currently up to date CPR/First Aid/AED, background check, and SafeSport Training Program completion)
  • Familiarity with the USA Climbing rulebook and competition formats
  • Experience in instructing youth in a structured setting, in groups of up to 8
  • A passion for working with kids ages 6-18
  • Strong communication skills
  • Preferred experience instructing climbing to youth ages 6-18
  • Preferred general training knowledge, and ability to use that knowledge to supervise training protocols for medium-sized programs (5-10 participants)
  • Preferred experience coaching a competitive youth climbing team that was involved in the USA Climbing competition circuit, OR personal competition experience on the USA Climbing youth/collegiate/professional circuit, since 2015

Job Responsibilities

  • Embody the mission statement and core values for Team Ascent, as well as the mission and values of the Ascent Studio Youth Instructional Program.
  • Attend all scheduled Team Ascent practices, or secure coverage when travel or other life events prevent practice attendance.
  • Support the implementation of training programs for the Prep, Dev, and Comp levels of Team Ascent, as designed by the Head Coach.
  • Abide by coaching practices that emphasize the physical and emotional health and safety of all Team Ascent athletes.
  • Defer to the authority of the Head Coach with respect to the direction, progression, and vision of Team Ascent and its athletes.
  • Travel to local, Regional, Divisional, and National level competitions in support of qualifying Team Ascent athletes, at the discretion of the Head Coach.
  • Support a healthy relationship with all other Front Range climbing team programs, athletes, and coaches.
  • Support a constant line of communication with Team Ascent parents and athletes, as established and directed by the Head Coach.
  • Communicate regularly with the Head Coach and larger coaching staff regarding individual Team Ascent athlete performance and progression, to ensure a consistent dialogue between the coaching staff and individual athletes/athlete parents.
  • Pursue professional coaching development opportunities on a personal level, as recommended by the Head Coach and with the support of Ascent Studio Climbing & Fitness.
  • Assist the Head Coach in ensuring that Team Ascent functions as an independent but integrated unit within the Ascent Studio Youth Instructional Program.
  • Create relationships with members, and help form bonds within the climbing community.
  • Be the face of Ascent Studio!

Job Benefits

  • Accrued paid sick leave (1 hour per 30 worked)
  • 401k program for eligible employees
  • Free membership and membership for significant other
  • Industry pro deals
  • Discount in pro shop
  • Industry discounts at other climbing gyms