Tennis Pro

Summary 

The Tennis & Pickleball Instructor is responsible for providing personalized fitness programs and training sessions to residents and guests of the community association. This position focuses on helping individuals achieve their fitness goals in a safe, effective, and engaging manner. The Tennis & Pickleball Instructor fosters a motivating and supportive environment, educating residents on fitness techniques, nutrition, and wellness to promote long-term healthy habits. 

The Tennis & Pickleball Instructor provides exemplary service consistent with the Castle Group's values and mission. As a representative of Castle Royal Service, he or she performs all responsibilities while demonstrating outstanding customer service skills. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Instructing and providing lessons to members for pickleball and tennis
  -Provide private, semi-private, and group lessons
  .-Facilitating open play
  -Arranging and facilitating tournaments, and special events.
   - Maintain the courts and adjacent areas, ensuring all equipment is in good working condition, and providing excellent customer service to members. 
  -Develop programs to encourage member participation. 
  -Marketing and promotion of pickleball and tennis events.
  -Manage reserving courts for members
  -Keep all areas near the courts clean and organized. Maintain storage areas and equipment in good working condition. 
  -Report any equipment or court issues to maintenance
  -Order products for members and develop retail offerings in the racquet center

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• None 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Education and Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Current certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA). 

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a personal trainer, ideally in a community, fitness center, or private gym setting.   

• Experience working with clients of various fitness levels and physical abilities, including older adults. 

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong understanding of fitness principles, including anatomy, nutrition, exercise science, and injury prevention. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire residents. 

• Ability to assess fitness levels and design customized training programs based on individual needs. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining client records and tracking progress. 

• Ability to adapt programs for individuals with different abilities and fitness goals. 

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and create a positive, inclusive environment. 

• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with scheduling software and fitness tracking apps. 

Physical requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

• Able to work under pressure, maintain composure, and utilize good judgment during emergency/difficult and stressful situations. 

• Ability to stand, walk, and demonstrate exercises for extended periods of time. 

• Must be able to lift and move fitness equipment as needed (up to 50 lbs). 

• Ability to demonstrate exercises and perform workouts as part of group sessions. 

• Visual and auditory ability to ensure participant safety during workouts and classes. 

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on resident demand. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Castle is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. 

DISCLAIMER 

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be supplemented at any time based on organizational needs. In addition, management has the right to change any portion of this job description at any time and for any reason.