TGA Premier Sports·Novato, California
The coach will be responsible for building a new pickleball program from the ground up, teaching classes for grades 4-6 after school and on weekends. Duties also include maintaining equipment, updating rosters, completing progress reports, and ensuring classes are fun and engaging.
We’re officially launching pickleball and looking for an enthusiastic, reliable coach to help us build something special from the ground up — with real opportunity to grow hours, locations, and leadership as the program expands.
Initial launch locations & schedule: 📍 Liberty School – Petaluma (Fridays) 4-6th grade 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Flyte Racquet Club (Weekends) Weekend sessions, likely mornings Exact times TBD based on coach availability This starts part-time, but the goal is growth — more hours, more days, and more locations as enrollment increases.
If you’re someone who wants to help shape a program (not just show up and clock out), this is for you.
What we’re looking for: Pickleball experience (teaching or playing) Comfortable working with kids Positive, energetic, and dependable Excited about growing pickleball in the community Nice to have (or willing to obtain): PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) Certification Pickleball Certification through the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) 👉 While this role is specifically for pickleball, there’s also opportunity to teach tennis and/or golf for candidates who have those skills and want additional hours.
If you love pickleball, enjoy working with kids, and want to be part of something that’s expanding (instead of stuck in neutral), let’s talk.
Strong sports background with general sports knowledge.
Must have reliable transportation as all programs are run at local schools and parks.
Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with children and parents.
Must be punctual (classes are held after school in the afternoons and children are counting on you) Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Bring your personality to make classes fun Maintain Equipment and Kit bags Update class rosters and complete student progress reports Flexible Schedule Part Time Hours Wages $40-50 per class+ (depending on experience and performance Summer Camp work availability Programs run with school calendars New Employee Referral Fee After school enrichment Sports coach
Candidates must have pickleball experience, be comfortable and energetic when working with children, and possess reliable transportation to reach various local school and park locations. Willingness to obtain certifications like PPR or RSPA and a strong general sports background are highly desired.
Market context
California youth sports programs often look for coaches who can teach fundamentals, manage active groups, and travel between local sites. This role is competitive for candidates with pickleball experience, strong energy with children, and reliable transportation; PPR or RSPA certification can help, but enthusiasm for growing the sport locally is central. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your fit for the site schedule and referral-based incentive.
