The Y Geelong is currently seeking a experienced Advanced Coach to join our Gymnastics team in 2025!

The Gymnastics Advanced Coach at the Y Geelong, will work within a large team to promote community participation and provide high-quality instruction in the Gymnastics Australian Levels Program (ALP) for ages 4-17. The Gymnastics Advanced Coach will coach Artistic Gymnastics at ALP Level 1-6, as well as working in our recreational gymnastics streams. Our advanced coaches have a passion for developing young athletes’ skills and caring for their passions and love for sport. Here at the Y Geelong we want every child to have the best experience whilst attending our programs from the junior programs all the way to our senior competitive gymnasts. If you want to be apart of a child's gymnastics journey and work on their sporting dreams we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement training programs for ALP programs
• Conduct group training sessions, focusing on skill development, technique refinement, and physical conditioning
• Attend competitions and practice days
• Prepare athletes for competitions, including routine composition and mental preparation
• Monitor athletes’ progress and provide constructive feedback
• Foster a positive and inclusive training environment that encourages growth and sportsmanship

About the Y

The Y is a global organisation that works locally to develop stronger communities through leadership opportunities partnering with other community, private and government organisations and addressing social change in over 120 countries worldwide. The Y Geelong is a for-purpose, not for profit community organisation celebrating 70 years of servicing the community across recreation, camping, youth, and children’s services.

What we can offer you

• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee access to Y services and discounts
• Ongoing Training and Career Development
• Staff Immunisation Program
• Attractive family and volunteer leave entitlements
• Staff Awards and Social Functions

Safeguarding Children and Young People Requirements

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

The successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People policies and practices which include; safeguarding children and young people induction, annual SCYP training programs and committing to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout terms of employment.