Head Padel Coach position in Toronto, Canada, responsible for building a new academy, leading coaching programmes, organising tournaments and developing the player community.
Job ID: WPC-2026-000051
As our Head Padel Coach, you will be the driving force behind our on-court programming and player community as we launch our brand-new indoor padel facility in Toronto. You will design, build, and lead our padel academy from scratch, delivering top-tier coaching, organizing dynamic social and competitive events, and recruiting assistant coaches as our player base expands.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary plus on-court coaching commission and event revenue incentives.
- Leadership role shaping the vision and culture of a premier Toronto padel destination.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and execute comprehensive coaching curricula for all levels, including introductory clinics, junior development, high-performance training, and adult leagues.
- Deliver engaging private, semi-private, and group coaching sessions.
- Recruit, train, and manage assistant coaches.
Community Building & Player Engagement
- Act as the face of the club on court, creating an inviting, energetic, and inclusive community for beginners and seasoned players alike.
- Organize and direct club tournaments, Americanos, ladder leagues, open mixers, and corporate events.
- Implement structured player level-rating assessments to ensure balanced, competitive match play across all events.
Operations & Growth
- Collaborate with management to maximize court utilization during peak and off-peak hours.
- Drive player retention and acquisition through introductory workshops and conversion clinics.
Requirements
- Experience: 3+ years
- Languages: English
Qualifications & Experience
- Certification: Certified Padel Coach credential from a recognized governing body (e.g., FIP, USPA, LTA, or national equivalent); high-level competitive playing experience is an asset.
- Experience: 3+ years of professional padel coaching, with proven experience designing group curricula and running club programs.
- Leadership: Prior experience building, training, and managing a coaching team or managing club-wide schedules.
- Community-Centric: High energy, approachable communication style, and a track record of driving member engagement and event participation.
- Eligibility: Legally authorized to work in Canada. We can provide permit help if required.
Salary & benefits
- Employment Type: Full-time, Contractor, Per diem
- Salary: USD 25,000 - 30,000 per year
Competitive base salary plus on-court coaching commission and event revenue incentives.