Swimming Coach Supervisor Job

Position: Swimming Coach Supervisor
Employer: Wayland Sports Ltd.
Location: 12080 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, BC V7A 4V5
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Annual Salary: $58,000 - $60,000
Hours: 30 hours per week

Main Duties
• Plan, develop and conduct swim training and practice sessions for competitive swim club athletes
• Identify and evaluate swimmers’ skill levels, strengths, weaknesses, and training needs and recommend appropriate training groups or program adjustments.
• Develop swimmers’ technical skills, physical fitness, discipline, confidence, and competitive abilities through regular coaching and feedback.
• Develop training plans, internal assessments and competition preparation activities.
• Motivate and prepare swimmers for swim meets, competitions, and other athletic events.
• Analyze and evaluate swimmers’ training progress and competition performance and modify training programs as needed.
• Communicate with parents or guardians regarding swimmers’ progress, training goals, attendance, and competition preparation.
• Provide coaching instruction on stroke techniques, starts, turns, endurance, race pacing, and competition strategies.
• Ensure a safe and positive training environment.
• Teach swimming lessons to swimmers at other skill levels when needed.
• Supervise and provide guidance to swimming coaches and instructors to ensure training sessions are delivered consistently, safely, and in accordance with the organization’s coaching standards.

Employment Requirements
• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in swim coaching in a competitive club.
• Experience teaching beginner swimmers and providing in-water instruction and supervision.
• Completion of NCCP level 1 is required.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, stroke development, and athlete training.
• Lifesaving, First Aid, or swim instructor certifications are required.
• PoolSmart Pool Operator certification is considered an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required by training and competition schedules.
• A Criminal Record Check is required

Work Conditions
• Early morning training sessions may be required
• Evening and weekend work is required
• Fast-paced and physically active environment
• Combination of pool deck instruction and athlete supervision

How To Apply
Wayland Sports welcomes applications from passionate and dedicated swimming professionals who are interested in contributing to athlete development and swimming education.
Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction outlining your relevant coaching and teaching experience to: [email protected].
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wayland Sports Ltd. is a professional aquatic training organization specializing in competitive swim coaching and swimming education programs for children and youth in British Columbia. Our organization operates structured swim programs ranging from foundational learn-to-swim instruction to advanced competitive swim training. We are committed to developing swimmers through high-quality coaching, technical skill development, discipline, and long-term athlete progression. We are looking for a full-time Swimming Coach Supervisor to join our team in Richmond, BC. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supervising and coordinating swimming coaching activities and supporting the development of structured swim training programs.