Parkour Coach

Who We Are

Hitsquad Ninja Gym is more than just a gym—we’re a high-energy training facility dedicated to building strength, confidence, discipline, and movement skills in athletes of all ages. From toddlers just beginning to explore movement to adults training at an advanced and competitive level, we create an environment where people grow, have fun, and push their limits.

We believe movement should be challenging, creative, and fun. Our coaches help athletes develop physical skills while also building confidence, perseverance, discipline, and a positive mindset.

Position Overview

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, and positive Parkour Coach to join our team.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in parkour, freerunning, tumbling, gymnastics, or another movement-based discipline and enjoys teaching those skills to athletes of different ages and abilities.

This position involves working with everyone from young children as young as 2 years old to adults. We’re looking for someone who can bring energy and enthusiasm to the gym while also providing safe, technically sound instruction and meaningful progression for athletes.

Responsibilities

Lead and assist parkour classes for a variety of ages and skill levels. Teach and demonstrate parkour and movement skills in a safe, structured, and engaging environment such as:

• Vaults
• Jumps and precision jumps
• Safe landings
• Rolls
• Climbs
• Balancing
• Swinging
• Wall movements
• Obstacle navigation
• Tumbling and basic acrobatic movements
• Flow and movement combinations
• Help athletes develop strength, coordination, agility, body awareness, balance, and movement efficiency
• Teach appropriate progressions and regressions based on each athlete’s ability
• Help athletes safely work toward more advanced skills as they develop
• Demonstrate proper technique and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Create a fun and challenging environment that encourages athletes to push themselves while respecting their individual limits
• Set up, adjust, and break down equipment and training areas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe training environment
• Monitor athletes closely and prioritize safety during all activities
• Provide positive reinforcement and help athletes build confidence through movement
• Help run camps, workshops, group activities, and special events
• Work collaboratively with other coaches to provide a consistent experience for athletes
• Represent Hitsquad’s culture of discipline, confidence, respect, teamwork, and continuous growth

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in parkour, freerunning, tumbling, gymnastics, or a similar movement discipline
• Ability to confidently demonstrate fundamental parkour and movement skills
• Strong understanding of safe landings, progressions, spotting, and age-appropriate skill development
• Comfortable working with a wide range of ages, from toddlers through adults
• High energy, positive attitude, and strong communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Passion for movement, coaching, fitness, and/or youth development
• Ability to lead and motivate athletes while creating a positive and encouraging environment
• Patient and attentive coaching style
• Willingness to continue learning and developing as a coach
• Comfortable being physically active and demonstrating skills throughout classes

Preferred Experience

We especially value candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

• Parkour
• Freerunning
• Tumbling
• Gymnastics
• Tricking
• Acrobatics
• Calisthenics
• Ninja Warrior / obstacle course training
• Climbing
• Martial arts
• Dance or other movement-based sports
• Personal training or group fitness coaching
• Coaching or teaching children and youth
• Camps, recreation programs, or other youth-focused activities

A combination of experience in multiple movement disciplines is a strong plus.

Certifications

Preferred, but not required:

• CPR / First Aid certification
• USA Gymnastics or similar coaching certifications
• Parkour-specific coaching certifications
• Personal training or fitness certifications
• Other relevant coaching or safety certifications

Why Join Hitsquad?

• Be part of a growing and unique movement and training program
• Work alongside coaches who are passionate about movement and athlete development
• Help athletes build strength, confidence, coordination, and physical skills
• Make a meaningful impact on children’s and adults’ development
• Work in a fun, supportive, and high-energy environment
• Opportunities to continue developing your own movement and coaching skills
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Opportunities for growth into leadership and advanced coaching roles

Pay: $15.15 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement

Ability to Commute:

• Tempe, AZ 85284 (Required)

Work Location: In person