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Lead Pickleball Instructor

Cantaloupe AI

CaliforniaFull-timePosted 8mo agoStill listed 3 days ago

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Location
California
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job overview

Cantaloupe AI is hiring a Lead Pickleball Instructor. The Lead Pickleball Instructor will be the primary contact for the on-court experience, designing and leading lessons, clinics, and events. This role involves mentoring assistant instructors and cultivating a welcoming, inclusive pickleball community for all skill levels.

Key focus areas include Lead group classes, private lessons, and clinics for all skill levels, Create and maintain lesson plans and training programs, and Provide coaching and feedback to improve player technique and strategy.

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Teaching Pickleball, CPR/First Aid Certification Or Willingness To Obtain, and Strong Understanding Of Pickleball Rules. Important skills include Pickleball Rules, Pickleball Techniques, Pickleball Strategies, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Managing Recreational Programs, Managing Sports Facilities, Hospitality, and Community Events.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Pickleball RulesPickleball TechniquesPickleball StrategiesCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsManaging Recreational ProgramsManaging Sports FacilitiesHospitalityCommunity EventsCafé SettingsBuilding Community Through SportSocial Connection

Qualifications

2+ Years Teaching or Coaching Pickleball or Related Racquet Sport ExperienceCPR/First Aid CertificationPPR Instructor CertificationIPTPA Instructor Certification

Full job description

About the Role As the Lead Pickleball Instructor, you’ll be the face of our on-court experience. You’ll design and lead lessons, clinics, and events, while mentoring assistant instructors and fostering a welcoming, inclusive pickleball community.

What you'll do

  • Lead group classes, private lessons, and clinics for all skill levels
  • Create and maintain lesson plans and training programs
  • Provide coaching and feedback to improve player technique and strategy
  • Organize and assist with tournaments, leagues, and community events
  • Manage and mentor junior or assistant instructors
  • Support member engagement and retention through a positive, fun environment
  • Ensure courts, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained and set up for play What we're looking for
  • 2+ years of experience teaching or coaching pickleball or a related racquet sport
  • Strong understanding of pickleball rules, techniques, and strategies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Nice to have
  • PPR or IPTPA Instructor Certification
  • Experience managing recreational programs or sports facilities
  • Background in hospitality, community events, or café settings
  • Passion for building community through sport and social connection

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