Certified Personal Coach

About GOLFTEC:

GOLFTEC is the world leader in golf instruction with over 260 locations across the globe. As the #1 employer of PGA Teaching Pros, golfers of all ability levels can work with a golf expert to build a game improvement plan customized to their specific needs and goals. Since 1995, our coaches have used industry-leading technology to provide instant and data-driven feedback to help students find their potential. Recognized as one of the most innovative companies in golf with over 100 PGA award winning coaches, we remain committed to our central mission—to help people play better golf.

Compensation: This role receives a base hourly rate along with monthly commissions, bonus opportunities, and other performance-based components. Commissions and other compensation metrics are based on performance as a team and as an individual.

• Estimated Total Compensation Range: $55,000-$75,000

Location: GOLFTEC Kelowna

Position Summary:

As a Certified Personal Coach, you will join a community of golf industry professionals who are nationally recognized and carry out GOLFTEC’s mission to help people play better golf. All coaches take part in our GOLFTEC University (GTU) training program where they learn from some of the best golf instructors in the industry and further their career in golf. GTU is a combination of on-the-job training at the GOLFTEC Center and in person training at GOLFTEC HQ in the Denver Metro Area. We are looking for those who have a passion for teaching golf, a drive to succeed as a team, and enjoy using the best technology in the golf industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Graduate from GOLFTEC University, GOLFTEC’s comprehensive training program
• Utilize the best technology in the golf industry to help people play better golf
• Recommend teaching content to support custom lesson plans for students of varying skill levels
• Provide GOLFTEC services for each student, including TECFIT Club Fitting, outdoor playing lessons, short game lessons, and more!
• Create a high-level experience for GOLFTEC students both inside and outside of training bays
• Use GOLFTEC’s proprietary technology, including Optimotion and TECSWING teaching software
• Maintain the GOLFTEC Training Center environment, equipment, and technology
• Perform daily opening & closing functions for the Training Center
• Participate in continuing education (distance learning, seminars, etc.)
• Uphold GOLFTEC’s core values of Fun, Integrity, Improvement, and Team

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in golf instruction or club fitting is preferred
• Prior knowledge of golf swing mechanics is highly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborate in a professional, team-based environment
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel or crouch for extended periods and lift items weighing more than 30 pounds
• Affiliation with the PGA/LPGA is a plus!
• Graduation from a PGM program is also a plus!

Benefits

• At GOLFTEC, we value work-life balance. GOLFTEC Coaches work a set schedule, receive two days off per week, one being a weekend day
• Ten (10) paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• All Coaches accrue paid Personal Time Off and are also awarded Personal Days which can be used to take time off from normally scheduled workdays
• Health, Dental, Vision Benefits (Company pays 50% of individual & family)
• Short-Term Disability (paid for by employer)
• Non-Class A PGA members receive $500 annually to assist with the costs of PGA of Canada Professional Education
• 100% of PGA Dues paid annually
• PGA of Canada Class A Members - Continuing education allowance of $500 per year
• GOLFTEC Staff Equipment Package varies by vendor
• Annual clothing allotment

*Benefits offered may vary by location