General Description

The Synchronized Swimming Coach is responsible for the delivery and instruction of Thunder Bay Synchro’s synchronized swimming program. The Synchronized Swimming Coach is a part time (hours vary depending on which level of coaching) seasonal employee.

The Synchronized Swimming Coach should be a role model for participants in the Synchronized Swimming Class, exemplifying integrity and key characteristics of Commitment, Respect, Responsibility and Cooperation.

When representing the Club at watershows, and competitions, the Synchronized Swimming Coach should wear the uniform specified by Thunder Bay Synchro.

Qualifications & Certifications

The Synchronized Swimming Coach must be at least 16 years of age. Prior synchronized swimming experience is preferred, but not essential. Coaches should be certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

Reporting/Management Relationships

The Synchronized Swimming Coach reports to the Head Coach (Lisa Butler).

Primary Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities of the Synchronized Swimming Coach will be defined by the Head Coach.
The Synchronized Swimming Coach will design a synchronized swimming program that will include weekly lessons and a watershow at the end of both the fall and winter season.

• Weekly practices as specified in the respective programs:
o Recreational
o Pre-Competitive
o Competitive
o Prepared lesson plans (reviewed with Head Coach prior to the season)

• End of program show responsibilities:
o Select music and costumes
o Develop choreography of program
o Plan and coordinate additional weekly practices near end of program

Competitive Coaches:
Lisa Butler
Gillian Roberts
Maria Asunmaa
Sheena Allard
Emma Leslie
Kristine Wilcox

Precompetitive Coaches:
Abbie Asunmaa
Maddie Porter

Recreational Coaches:
Kady Stachiw
Kristine Wilcox
Amanda Roberts
Teanna Defeo

If you are interested in coaching with our club, please contact:
Lisa at lisa_butler_@hotmail.com