The Tucker Tennis Academy (TTA) is located in Tulsa, OK out of Genesis Health Club at Riverside. Within the academy, there are classes for all ages and skill levels ranging from beginner juniors/adults, to advanced international junior competitors.
TTA is currently looking for a Director of High Performance to join its staff to lead, manage and oversee the High-Performance Full-Time Program, as well as, work with the afterschool Academy Program and Elite Class. This person will start with 28 hours of programming hours with the potential to teach 12+ private lessons managed by self and will co-report to the Director of Tennis and Director of Operations.
The purpose of the Director of High Performance is to develop and service junior tennis players who aspire to or are playing at a highly competitive level. This person will be expected to train and evaluate tennis pros, to evaluate new students, and to promote and administer lessons, events, and activities.
Needs to be able to work on the weekends, travel to tournaments in the US and needs to have a US work permit.
Some Responsibilities and Expectations will include:
Be the on-court lead professional for the Full-Time Program by preparing lessons plans in advance
Support and manage the Full-Time Program partnerships including Tennis Analytics, 3D Motion Analysis, Physical Therapist, and Mental Training sessions
Assist the other lead coaches of the programs with implementing high-performance practices into their classes as needed
Maintain accurate class attendance records
Coaching private and group self-generated lessons
Defining/planning player areas of focus and travel schedules for the players he/she is coaching as a primary coach
Tournament travel across the U.S. minimum one weekend per month or as needed to coach players at tennis tournaments
Assisting in the preparation, organization, and delivery of various programs
Act as the contact point person for the Full-Time Program for players and parents
Qualifications will include:
Minimum tennis playing experience at either the college or professional level
Capable of running specific drills/groups independently
USPTA, USPTR, or other coaching certifications
Net Generation/background screened certified
Genesis Health Clubs, is seeking a Full Time Tennis Professional that is hardworking, has a great personality / attitude and who is passionate / committed about Junior Competitive Tennis. If you like to work in a progressive, push yourself, and success driven environment then Genesis Health Clubs is your place. We are looking for a leader who is committed to leading and developing a TOP Junior Competitive Tennis Program, from creating a dynamic on court / off court training product, tournament travel, and college tennis recruitment. As a leader you must be committed to growth, retention, and high tennis delivery standards that leads to our junior having high success and scholarships to college. Genesis Health Clubs has 19 tennis clubs with a total of 220+ tennis courts (indoor/outdoor), over 170+ tennis professionals, who deliver diverse tennis programming that impacts a very large tennis / health-wellness audience. Each club has state of the art fitness, health and wellness – evidenced by over 60 group fitness activities and the best in training equipment. Genesis Health Clubs has a very strong Personal Training program that engages members on their personal betterment journey. Please review our website www.genesishealthclubs.com for the feel for what our brand and story is.
Under the direction of the National Tennis Director and the Club – Tennis Director, the Director of Junior Competitive Tennis will create and deliver a dynamic, high energy, engaging and success driven training program for junior competitive players.
The Director of Junior Competitive Tennis will be responsible for all duties associated with on court teaching, off court and building of a competitive tennis program. Genesis Health Clubs offers great opportunities for advancement and professional success. If you are not ready to be challenged, grow and be successful – please do not proceed further with this opportunity.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
Full Time, Hourly commission, Salary, and Performance Incentive.
Health & Pension & Vacation benefits.
Employee Relationship / At Will Employer
Opportunity to work in a progressive / dynamic / success driven culture.
The selected candidate will begin employment as soon as possible / available. Email cover letter, references, and resume the evidences success in the industry.
Send Information to: Mike Woody, Vice President, National Tennis Director, Genesis Health Clubs, 6700 W. 110th St, Overland Park, KS, 66211- woody@genesishealthclubs.com . Email submittal preferred. You can call me at 316.347.6777