COACH AT GRIT · SAN DIEGO
Bring your energy.
Build their confidence.
Turn your love of movement into moments that matter.
Help kids feel brave, capable, and excited to come back.
Find your place on the floor.
We welcome coaching inquiries for the programs below. Openings and schedules vary; tell us which age groups you enjoy teaching and when you are available.
Preschool coaching
Help our youngest gymnasts explore movement through playful activities, clear guidance, and plenty of patience.
Recreational coaching
Teach gymnastics foundations, guide skill progressions, and help kids celebrate the effort behind each new achievement.
Competitive team coaching
Support athletes as they refine skills and prepare to compete. Share your coaching experience and the levels you have worked with.
Camp coaches · Your best first job could start here.
Bring your energy, creativity, and love of working with kids to GRIT camps. Help make each camp day welcoming, active, and full of fun. Looking for your first job? We would love to meet you. Already have coaching, camp, or childcare experience? We welcome that experience, too.
Be the coach they’re excited to see.
A first handstand. A nervous child trying again. A gymnast realizing that practice is paying off. These are the moments you help create at GRIT.
We look for people who enjoy working with kids, explain things patiently, and bring steady encouragement to the floor.
Gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, and dance backgrounds are welcome. Tell us what you know and what you want to learn so we can explore the right coaching fit.
What you bring.
- Patience, encouragement, and a real interest in working with kids.
- Reliability, clear communication, and respect for your teammates.
- A commitment to safe instruction and a willingness to learn.
- Movement or coaching experience suited to the role you want.
What coaching looks like.
- Lead warm-ups, games, and purposeful skill practice.
- Explain and demonstrate skills in ways your athletes understand.
- Encourage effort, celebrate progress, and help kids try again.
- Work with fellow coaches to create a welcoming gym floor.
New to teaching? We are willing to train the right person with a relevant movement background and a strong attitude toward learning.
Grow your coaching at GRIT.
Bring your experience and curiosity. Keep building your skills alongside the athletes you teach.
Keep learning.
Ongoing training and mentorship support your development as a coach, whether you are building teaching foundations or expanding your experience.
Work with purpose.
Help athletes develop skills and confidence while keeping kindness, effort, and good sportsmanship part of every class.
Be part of the team.
Bring your ideas, learn from fellow coaches, and contribute to a positive gym environment for athletes and staff.
Support for your life beyond the gym.
We offer full benefits and personal time off (PTO), so you can build a rewarding role at GRIT with time for yourself, too.
- Full-time employees can earn up to four weeks of PTO.
- Part-time employees can accrue PTO.
Safety is part of the job.
Coaching requirements include a background check, SafeSport certification, and USA Gymnastics certifications.
We will guide you through the requirements for your role during the hiring and onboarding process.
Tell us about yourself.
Send your résumé and a short introduction that includes:
- Your gymnastics, movement, or coaching experience.
- The age groups or programs you would like to coach.
- Your available days, times, and preferred start date.
Your next chapter could start at GRIT.
Love helping kids discover what they can do?
We would love to hear what you could bring to our team.
Email your résumé and introduction to
gritgymnastics1@gmail.com
