Application Deadline: EOD Monday July 14th, 2025
Job Summary:
Ascent Studio is seeking a qualified and passionate individual to serve as a Head Coach for our competitive youth program, Team Ascent. Team Ascent is competitive at the local through National level and is actively seeking to expand in size. We are looking for applicants who have a passion for competition rock climbing, a depth of training knowledge especially pertaining to youth athletes, and a growth mindset regarding program health and athlete development. Applicants should love working with kids, have personal or professional competition experience, and be well-versed in movement-based coaching techniques.
How to Apply:
Please review the job description and qualifications to determine if you're a good fit for our open positions. If so, please send a resume and cover letter via email to hiring@ascentstudio.com.
Positions that are open for both internal and external applicants can also be found on our website.
We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.
Compensation:
$21 to $25 per hour, DOE
Part-time hourly position: 24-32 hours per week. Weeknight and weekend availability is required.
Full-time employment may be available for eligible candidates through additional hours in the routesetting department.
Responsibilities:
Identify and implement a mission statement and core values for Team Ascent that are in line with the mission and values of the Ascent Studio Youth Instructional Program
Attend and oversee all Team Ascent practices, or secure coverage when travel or other life events prevent practice attendance
Design and implement all training programs for the Group 1 and Group 2 training levels of Team Ascent
Provide individualized training plans for Team Ascent athletes when applicable
Design, enforce, and continuously improve a qualification process for selecting members to the training levels of Team Ascent; in order to maintain a sustainable roster for each level of team.
Implement and enforce coaching practices that emphasize the physical and emotional health and safety of all Team Ascent athletes
Travel to local, Regional, Divisional, and National level youth competitions in support of attending Team Ascent athletes
Perform all administrative operations of Team Ascent, as assigned by the Director of Programming; including competition schedules, travel logistics, team community events, USAC duties, Rock Gym Pro account management, and apparel/gear ordering.
Maintain a healthy relationship with other Front Range climbing team programs, and actively pursue opportunities for collaboration that benefit Team Ascent athletes
Maintain a constant line of communication with Team Ascent parents and athletes, and distribute all relevant information regarding practices, team events, and competitions
Communicate regularly with individual Team Ascent athletes and parents regarding athlete performance and progression
Stay up to date with modern training research pertaining to climbing and youth athletic development
Pursue professional coaching development opportunities on a personal level, with the support of Ascent Studio Climbing & Fitness
Play an active role in the hiring process of the Team Ascent coaching staff
Help develop the Team Ascent coaching staff on a professional level, with the support of the Director of Programming
Communicate the needs of Team Ascent with the Director of Programming, and ensure that those needs are met in a timely manner
Communicate with the Director of Programming and the Youth Programming Coordinator to ensure that Team Ascent functions as an independent but integrated unit within the Ascent Studio Youth Instructional Program
Communicate the setting-specific seasonal needs of Team Ascent with the Head Setter, and ensure that those needs are met in a timely manner
Create relationships with members, and help form bonds within the climbing community.
Be the face of Ascent Studio!
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of extensive climbing experience in multiple disciplines at an advanced level, including both bouldering and sport climbing
Ability to provide quality, informed coaching on climbs up to 5.13 and V9
Minimum 2 years of experience coaching a competitive youth climbing team that was involved in the USA Climbing competition circuit
1+ years of personal competition experience on the USA Climbing youth or professional circuit, since 2015 or equivalent knowledge of modern competition climbing
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)
Extensive knowledge and experience with the USA Climbing rulebook, competition formats, and operational procedures
Experience writing and implementing coaching curricula for large programs, 20 participants or larger
A passion for working with kids ages 6-18
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to communicate in a timely professional manner with the guardians of athletes
Benefits:
Part-time hourly employees receive:Accrued paid sick leave (1 hour per 30 worked)
Free membership (if regularly working 2+ hours per week) and membership for significant other (if regularly working 4+ hours per week)
Industry pro deals
Discount in pro shop
Industry discounts at other climbing gyms
Participation in retirement savings program (CO SecureSavings Roth IRA)
Additional benefits available for full-time employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
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.
