Ninja & Obstacle Course Coach

Overview

The Memphis Sports and Events Center (MSEC) is looking for an energetic and skilled Ninja & Obstacle Course Coach to lead and inspire young athletes in our Ninja 901 program. This individual will teach ninja-style obstacle training, parkour, and foundational gymnastics movements while ensuring a fun, safe, and engaging environment for participants.

• Instruct and demonstrate techniques for obstacle course training, including climbing, vaulting, swinging, and agility drills.
• Confidently navigate and demonstrate obstacles, including the warped ramp and Clip ’n Climb elevated course (must be comfortable with heights).
• Create structured lesson plans that promote skill progression while maintaining a fun and positive atmosphere.
• Provide encouragement, motivation, and constructive feedback to help students develop confidence and resilience.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress.

• Background in parkour, gymnastics, ninja training, or related athletic disciplines.
• Comfortable demonstrating skills on elevated obstacles and ramps.
• Outgoing, patient, dependable, and able to work with children of varying skill levels.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Prior coaching or teaching experience is preferred but not required.

• Standing:
  Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Sitting:
  Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Kneeling:
  Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Walking/Running:
  Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Bending/stooping:
  Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Reaching/twisting:
  Occasionally
• Lifting/pushing/pulling:
  Occasionally (lifting up to 50 lbs with/without assistance, push/pull up to 100lbs using wheeled devices)
• Hearing:
  Constantly (>66%)
• Talking/shouting:
  Constantly (>66%)
• Seeing:
  Constantly (>66%)