Pickleball Professional

Full-Time

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Pickleball Teaching Professional to join our team at Esplanade Golf & Country Club at Lakewood Ranch. As the Pickleball Teaching Pro, you will lead all pickleball instructional programs, organize events, and provide exceptional coaching to players of all skill levels. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, helping players improve their game and fostering a vibrant pickleball community.

Essential Duties

• Assist with developing and implementing comprehensive complimentary and fee based pickleball instructional programs, catering to Esplanade residents of all ages and skill levels.
• Conduct private and group lessons, clinics, drill sessions, and workshops to improve players' techniques, strategies, and overall game performance.
• Assist with organizing and scheduling leagues, to give members the opportunity to have some outside competitive play.
• Assist with organizing and running pickleball tournaments and social events to promote player improvement and community engagement. The goal should be to conduct a minimum of 2 tournaments and 6-8 social events per year.
• Prioritize managing Open Play sessions with the flexibility to participate. Seek opportunities to play with all skill levels to promote improvement, engagement and participation in lessons and clinics.
• Provide players personalized feedback and guidance, identifying improvement areas and developing customized training plans. Provide club ratings for residents, as requested.
• Stay current with industry trends, teaching methodologies, and rules/regulations of pickleball to enhance coaching effectiveness.
• Communicate regularly with the department manager to coordinate scheduling, program development, and operational logistics.
• Assist with the upkeep of the online Court Sports Calendar and the Pickleball Court Reservation system (Club Essentials) to ensure it is complete and up to date. Ensure courts are blocked as needed for socials, Community Groups, lessons, clinics, drills, and league play (DUPR & LWRC).
• Collaborate with the management team & the Court Sports Advisory Committee to promote both complimentary and fee based pickleball offerings to generate improvement, engagement, and participation in lessons and clinics.
• Assist with maintaining pickleball equipment, including courts, nets, paddles, and balls, ensuring they are in optimal condition for play.
• Ensure the Bulletin Board is kept current with the latest flyers and information.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages sportsmanship, teamwork, and enjoyment of the game among residents and their guests.
• Enforce the guest policy by being aware of the schedule and being present at the courts as much as possible.
• Assist with growing the club’s bocce program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• USAPA (USA Pickleball Association) certification as a Teaching Professional or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Proven experience in teaching pickleball lessons and coaching players of varying skill levels.
• Strong understanding of pickleball rules, strategies, and techniques, with a passion for sharing knowledge and fostering player development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds.
• Organizational skills with the ability to plan and execute instructional programs, events, and tournaments.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to accommodate peak playing times and events.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• A positive attitude, enthusiasm for the sport, and dedication to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Should be a 4.5 player

Possess a working knowledge of Computer skills like MS Office.