Swimming Club Coach
すいみんぐくらぶこーち
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Swimming club coaches provide instruction in swimming techniques, create training programs, and manage safety for club members.
Description
Swimming club coaches provide technical instruction in various swimming strokes, plan and guide training programs, correct swimming forms to improve performance, manage safety during pool use, perform lifesaving measures, maintain member motivation, handle parent communications, and handle a wide range of other tasks. They also accompany members to competitions, manage records, train staff, and operate events, requiring strong instructional and communication skills.
Future Outlook
Stable job openings are expected due to increasing health consciousness and demand for children's extracurricular activities. Teaching methods are diversifying with measures against aging pool facilities and the spread of online lessons.
Personality Traits
Ability to Motivate / Cheerful and Sociable / Excellent Observational Skills / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time / Part-time / Shift Work / Weekend Work
Career Path
Junior Coach → Senior Coach → Head Coach → Club Manager → Independent Operation
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Safety Management (Lifesaving Response) / Stroke Instruction / Training Program Design
Recommended Skills
Emergency Lifesaving Techniques / Sports Nutrition / Sports Psychology / Video Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because corrections to minute details directly impact results. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for clear instructions and motivation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Necessary to sustain long demonstrations and instruction in water. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for developing effective training programs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not much mathematical analysis is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Lifesaving Skills Training
- Japan Swimming Federation Certified Coach
- Swimming Instructor Qualification
Aliases
- Swimming Coach
- Swimming Instructor
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