The Holmes Run Acres (HRA) Hurricanes seek an Assistant 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 an Assistant Coach who shares these values. In addition to the team’s athletic responsibilities, we value our coaches as community members. As such, the Assistant Coach will be encouraged to attend all pep rallies and other social events.

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

- Attend 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.
- Help supervise and mentor a group of teenage Lane Leaders.
- Assist the Head Coach in creating and implementing daily practice plans for all age groups.
- Work with the Head Coach to create 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.

 Additional Qualifications:

- Lifeguard certification
- First Aid certification
- Experience with the NVSL, either as a previous swimmer, coach, Team Rep, or parent
- SafeSport Certification and Concussion Awareness Training (before the start of swim season)

Salary: $3,000 (non negotiable) 

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 Recreation Association (HRARA), 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.