Swimming Instructor
すいみんぐいんすとらくたー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A swimming instructor teaches swimming techniques and safety management, supporting participants' improvement in swimming ability and health maintenance.
Description
Swimming instructors teach swimming techniques and training methods for participants from beginners to advanced levels, supporting improvements in physical fitness and health maintenance. They handle pool safety and hygiene management, and are responsible for creating environments for lifesaving procedures and accident prevention. They also evaluate participants' proficiency levels and create individualized optimal lesson plans. Instruction tailored to a wide range of ages, from infants to the elderly and competitive athletes, is required.
Future Outlook
Due to rising health consciousness, demand for swimming schools is steadily increasing. Expansion is anticipated in programs for the elderly, rehabilitation swimming, and children's programs.
Personality Traits
Cheerful Personality / Enjoys Interacting with People / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched / Freelance / Full-time / Part-time
Career Path
Swimming Instructor (Beginner) → Senior Instructor → Head Coach → School Manager
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Lesson Plan Creation / Life-Saving First Aid / Pool Facility Management / Swimming Stroke Instruction
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Knowledge of Child Development / Sports Psychology / Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To correctly instruct the minute movements of swimming strokes. |
| Communication Skills | To clearly convey techniques using words and gestures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina to stand for long periods. |
| Planning & Organization | To build lesson plans and manage their progress. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical analysis is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Basic Life Support Training
- Japan Swimming Federation Certified Coach
- Pool Sanitation Manager
Aliases
- Swim Coach
- Swimming Instructor
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- Fitness Instructor
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