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Coach Wanted
Team Holmes Run Acres
Job Title Head Swim Coach - 2026 Season
Job Description

The Holmes Run Acres (HRA) Hurricanes seek a Head Coach for the Summer 2026 season.

The HRA Hurricanes are an enthusiastic and tight-knit community that values teamwork, personal achievement, and good sportsmanship. We believe swimming transcends competition—building confidence, developing lifelong skills, and forming lasting friendships, and we are looking for a Head Coach who shares these values. In addition to the team’s athletic responsibilities, we value our coaches as community members. As such, the Head Coach will be encouraged to attend all pep rallies and other social events.

The Head Coach will lead 3-hour afternoon practices from late May until school lets out for the summer, transitioning to morning practices in mid-June and continuing through late-July. In addition, there are 1-hour evening practices on Tuesdays/Thursdays during June/July. The Head Coach will also provide coaching at all scheduled meets that our swimmers will participate in.

Responsibilities

To provide coaching for the HRA Hurricanes swim team at all scheduled practices and competitions in which the team participates from May 26, 2026, through the completion of the NVSL All-Star Championships on August 1, 2026.

Special emphasis is placed on sportsmanship, ensuring safety in the pool while prioritizing a positive and fun learning environment for all swimmers during the summer season. 

As the Coach, you will have a range of responsibilities and expectations that contribute to the team’s overall success. These include:

- Lead all practices and participate in team social activities.
- Attend Time Trials, Saturday morning “A” Meets, Monday evening “B” Meets, Relay Carnival, IM Carnival, Mini Meets for 10 & younger, Divisional Championships, and any NVSL All-Star Meets that our HRA swimmers will participate in.
- Provide stroke development and swim technique coaching to all age groups.
- Offer productive feedback to swimmers and review and remediate disqualifications.
- Adhere to NVSL standards of conduct and promote good sportsmanship among athletes.
- Supervise and manage the Assistant Coach and any other hired coaches.
- Supervise and manage lane leader volunteers in conformance with Board instructions and policies, to be provided to the Head Coach.
- Create and implement daily practice plans for all age groups.
- Develop meet sheets, strategize, and prepare for Saturday’s “A” meets and the Divisional Relay Carnival.
- Collaborate with the Team Representatives to exchange data, prepare for meets, and coordinate the season.

Requirements

- Lifeguard certification
- First Aid certification
- Pool Operator Licence (will reimburse)
- SafeSport Certification and Concussion Awareness Training (before the start of swim season)
- Previous competitive swimming experience
- Knowledge of NVSL rules and procedures

Preferences
- Previous Experience with the NVSL, including but not limited to, as a swimmer, coach, team representative, or parent

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join a great team and remarkable community, please submit your resume and salary requirements to teamrephra@gmail.com. The job posting will be listed until the position is filled.

To learn more about the Holmes Run Acres Swim Team, visit https://hrahurricanes.swimtopia.com

 Holmes Run Acres Recreation Association respects all job candidates as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our community. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.