The Sports Facilities Companies·Goleta, California
The Sports Coach will lead youth and adult ice sports programs, including developmental classes, clinics, and private training sessions. They are responsible for designing training programs, providing technical instruction, and fostering a positive, safe, and competitive environment for athletes.
Ice in Paradise is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment Ice Arena focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Goleta, CA. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Ice in Paradise is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun. SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.
Sports Coach will lead the facility's youth (and some adult) sports offerings, including, but not limited to: Leagues, Developmental Classes (ages 3-8), After-School/Home School programs, Clinics, Camps, Private/Semi-Private Trainings, Sports Performance Sessions, and Birthday Parties. The Sports Coach responsible for coaching and developing athletes in various ice sports, such as hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. This role involves designing and implementing training programs, providing instruction and feedback, and fostering a positive and competitive environment for athletes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: Teaching relevant skills, tactics, and techniques to a wide range of athletes, individuals and group Develop and implement training programs tailored to the skill levels and goals of athletes Conduct on-ice and off-ice training sessions, focusing on technical skills, tactics, and physical conditioning Teach fundamental and advanced techniques in the specific ice sport Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing athlete performance and need Providing suitable feedback via positivity, encouragement, example, and motivation Demonstrating an activity clearly by breaking down the task or technique into a sequence Promote discipline, respect, and sportsmanship in all team activities Friendly and courteous with athletes, parents, and team members Identifying athlete strengths and areas for development Ensuring a safe environment for all athletes Stay updated with the latest coaching techniques, sports science, and industry best practices All additional duties assigned by management
Coaching licenses (or active pursuit of) preferred Proven experience as a coach or in a related role, with a strong background in the specific ice sport (hockey, figure skating, speed skating, etc.) Ability to demonstrate and participate in on-ice activities At least 2 years of appropriate coaching/teaching sport in youth programs for athletes of various aptitudes Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills Must be a team player Must have excellent leadership and motivational skills Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, predominately after-school and weekends Must possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified period Neat in appearance and professional in manner Strong knowledge of sports coach rules, techniques, and strategies Strong organizational and time-management abilities Passion for sports and athlete development WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high Must be able to move or lift lightweight equipment Work is performed in an ice arena environment, which includes cold temperatures and varying noise levels Position requires standing and activity for extended periods of time (indoors or outdoors), squatting, stooping, jogging, or bending into awkward positions while performing job functions
Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience coaching youth sports and possess strong leadership and communication skills. A background in ice sports is required, along with current CPR/First Aid certification or the willingness to obtain it.
Market context
Figure skating coach roles in California are often tied to rinks, clubs, and seasonal programming, so demand can be steady where ice facilities are active. This role is competitive because employers typically look for prior ice-sports coaching experience, coaching credentials, CPR/First Aid, and comfort working physically in a cold arena; the posted requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your licensing status and recent coaching experience align with the posting.