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Location

St. Cloud, Florida

Salary

$40 / HOUR

Quick overview

The instructor will lead pickleball clinics, organize leagues, and coordinate open play sessions for community residents. They are responsible for teaching proper technique and strategy while fostering a welcoming and social environment on the courts.

Requirements summary

Candidates should have prior pickleball coaching or teaching experience and strong leadership skills. A pickleball certification such as PPR or IPTPA and CPR/AED certification are preferred.

professional certificateCoachingCommunicationLeadershipProgram coordinationCommunity engagementPickleball instructionGame strategyLeague organizationClinic facilitationCourt etiquette

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Esplanade at Center Lake Ranch - St.
  • Cloud,
  • FL 34771Job
  • Title:
  • Pickleball
  • Instructor
  • Location: Esplanade at Center Lake Ranch | 1009 Tassleflower Trail, St.
  • Cloud,
  • FL 34771
  • Start
  • Date: Week of June 8 (Global Wellness Week Launch) Company Overview Play Academy partners with premier residential communities to deliver engaging wellness, recreational, and sports programming. Our goal is to create active, connected communities through high-quality instruction, organized leagues, and social recreational opportunities.

Position Summary

Play Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Pickleball Instructor to lead programming for residents at Esplanade at Center Lake Ranch. We are looking for an instructor who can help develop a vibrant pickleball program that includes instructional clinics, organized leagues, and open play coordination. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching players of all skill levels while fostering a fun, social, and welcoming court environment. Program Offerings May Include Beginner Pickleball Clinics (rules, fundamentals, scoring) Intermediate Skill Development Classes Drills & Strategy Sessions Organized Pickleball Leagues Round Robins and Social Play Events Open Play Coordination Programs should be designed to support beginners while helping more experienced players continue to improve their game. Compensation $40 per hour for clinics, leagues, and organized programming 60/40 revenue split for private pickleball lessons (Instructor receives 60% of the private lesson fee) Private lessons may be arranged directly with residents and scheduled based on availability. Key Responsibilities Lead engaging and instructional pickleball clinics and classes. Organize and manage community pickleball leagues and round robins. Coordinate and oversee open play sessions to ensure fair and inclusive participation. Teach proper technique, game strategy, and court etiquette. Create a welcoming and fun environment for players of all skill levels. Communicate with the Play Academy team regarding schedules, participation, and program feedback. Represent Play Academy professionally within the community. If you’re passionate about pickleball and enjoy helping players learn, compete, and connect, we’d love to hear from you! QualificationsQualifications Prior pickleball coaching or teaching experience preferred Pickleball certification preferred (PPR, IPTPA, or similar) CPR/AED Certification preferred Strong communication and leadership skills Ability to organize groups and facilitate recreational play Passion for growing the sport and building community engagement