Coach (Swimming Club)
こーち（すいみんぐくらぶ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that instructs individuals or groups in swimming techniques, training, and physical fitness improvement at swimming clubs, providing comprehensive support including safety management.
Description
Swimming coaches provide instruction in strokes such as freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly for members from beginners to advanced levels, as well as creating and implementing training menus. They offer balanced guidance through programs incorporating warm-ups, cool-downs, and core training, while also handling safety management to prevent aquatic accidents and knowledge/skills for lifesaving procedures. For members aiming to compete in competitions, they provide time management, strategy instruction, and mental support. In club operations, they may also be involved in staff training and event planning.
Future Outlook
Job demand remains stable due to growing health consciousness and lifelong sports participation. Potential increase in demand for instruction in programs for seniors and adaptive sports for people with disabilities.
Personality Traits
Enjoys Communication / Good Team Player / Patient / Sharp Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Events / Part-time Available / Pool Facility Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Assistant Coach → Swimming Coach → Senior Coach → Head Coach → Club Manager
Required Skills
Aquatic Work Safety Management / CPR Response / Communication Skills / Swimming Stroke Instruction / Training Program Design
Recommended Skills
Basic Nutrition Knowledge / Conditioning Instruction / Core Training Instruction / Sports Psychology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Sharp observational skills are needed to not miss subtle differences in swimming forms. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are necessary for precise instructions and motivation. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and demonstrations. |
| Planning & Organization | To create practice plans tailored to individual members. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Specialized mathematical analysis is minimal, mainly involving time measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Basic Life Support Course Completion
- Japan Swimming Federation Certified Coach
- Junior Sports Instructor
Aliases
- Swimming Coach
- Swimming Instructor
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