Recreational Gymnastics Director - Beverly YMCA

Beverly YMCA – Recreational Gymnastics Director

Are you passionate about gymnastics and excited to lead programs that inspire youth to grow in confidence, strength, and skill? Do you enjoy coaching, mentoring staff, and building strong relationships with families? If so, the Beverly YMCA is looking for a Recreational Gymnastics Director to lead our vibrant and growing program.

About the Role

As the Recreational Gymnastics Director, you will oversee the day-to-day operations and long-term growth of the Beverly YMCA’s recreational gymnastics program. This includes supervising coaches, developing programming, and creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment where youth can learn and thrive.

Our gymnastics program serves over 800 youth during the school year and approximately 200 children each week during summer camp, making it a key part of our youth development programming.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee the Beverly YMCA recreational gymnastics program.

• Supervise, mentor, and support gymnastics coaches and instructors.

• Develop engaging classes that support skill progression and youth development.

• Manage program scheduling, enrollment, and staff coverage.

• Maintain strong communication with participants, families, and YMCA leadership.

• Support the progression of athletes from recreational classes into team pathways when appropriate.

• Assist with choreography of floor routines and coaching during classes and events.

• Oversee member engagement opportunities including open gym sessions, birthday parties, and gymnastics summer camp.

• Recruit, onboard, and train new gymnastics staff.

What You Bring

• Experience in gymnastics (coaching, competitive experience, or related background).

• Experience supervising or leading staff in a team environment.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• A passion for youth development and creating positive experiences for children and families.

• Ability to motivate and mentor youth and staff of all ages.

Why Work at the Y?

At the YMCA, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening our community.

We offer:

• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs

• Paid training and professional development

• Advancement opportunities across our seven YMCA locations

• Health and dental insurance for full-time employees

• 3 weeks paid vacation plus generous sick and personal time

• Retirement plan with 12% employer contribution (once vested, no match required)

• Employer-paid life insurance

Join a team that is committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility while helping young gymnasts build confidence, skills, and lifelong memories.

Apply today and help lead the future of gymnastics at the Beverly YMCA!

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Prior experience coaching gymnastics including Level 1 & 2 with the ability to physically demonstrate gymnastics skills.
• Must have and maintain all necessary YMCA of the USA certification or the willingness to acquire them within one year.
• Must have and maintain all appropriate coaching certifications.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid Certifications or must acquire within three months.
• Must have and maintain a valid MA driver’s license and reliable transportation

Environmental Factors:

• Must be able to perform the physical skills necessary for participation in leading gymnastics programs
• Must be able to safely spot gymnastics skills through level 4
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods.
• Must be able to lift and/or spot-assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran's status.