Head Swim Coach – Parry Sound Nation Swim Club

Parry Sound Aquatics (Parry Sound Nation Swim Club)

Head Swim Coach – Founding Role

📍 Parry Sound, Ontario
📅 Start Date: Flexible (Fall 2026 preferred)
🕒 Position Type: Full-Time (Founding Role)
💰 Compensation: $40,000 – $65,000 + performance-based growth opportunities
📌 Application Deadline: Open until filled

About Us

Parry Sound Aquatics is a new swim program launching in the heart of Georgian Bay, alongside the opening of a brand-new aquatic facility in June 2026.

We are building a community-driven swim program focused on athlete development, water safety, and long-term competitive growth. As a startup club, we are creating something from the ground up — and we’re looking for a Head Coach who wants to help build, lead, and grow a program from day one.

The Opportunity

This is a founding leadership role — ideal for a coach who is entrepreneurial, community-minded, and excited by the challenge of building a team.

You will play a key role in:

• Shaping the program structure
• Growing athlete enrollment
• Establishing a strong team culture
• Leading the transition toward competitive club status
• We are especially interested in candidates who are excited by the opportunity to build and grow a program in partnership with the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of all swim programming (introductory to competitive)
• Develop seasonal and long-term training plans aligned with Swimming Canada LTAD principles
• Recruit and develop swimmers across all levels
• Plan and execute tryouts, assessments, and onboarding programs
• Build and mentor a coaching team as the club grows
• Collaborate with the Board and work toward affiliation with Swim Ontario
• Attend and lead competitions, training camps, and club events
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance environment
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and community partners
• Support community outreach, partnerships, and program growth initiatives

Qualifications

• NCCP Swimming Level 1 (Trained or Certified; willingness to complete certification required)
• Previous experience coaching age group or competitive swimmers
• Strong understanding of swim technique, training progression, and athlete development
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a Board, volunteers, and families
• Passion for building programs and developing young athletes
• Valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check (required prior to start)

Compensation & Growth

• Base salary: $40,000 – $65,000, depending on experience and scope
• Performance-based growth opportunities, including:
  • Enrollment-based increases
  • Program expansion incentives
  • Potential for future revenue sharing or bonuses

💡 This role is designed to grow alongside the club — offering long-term leadership and earning potential as the program expands.

Compensation commensurate with experience, with growth tied to enrollment

What Makes This Unique

• Opportunity to build a swim program from the ground up
• Brand-new aquatic facility opening in 2026
• Strong community interest and early momentum
• Ability to shape team culture, structure, and long-term direction

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter outlining your coaching philosophy and interest in building a new program

📧 Email: [email protected]
📅 Applications reviewed on a rolling basis