Gymnastics jobs at summer camps are a fantastic fit for collegiate and competitive gymnasts, club coaches, and former athletes who want to share their love of the sport with kids. From traditional sleepaway camps offering tumbling and basic apparatus to specialty gymnastics residential camps running full Olympic-level programs, gymnastics staff lead one of the most physically rewarding and disciplined activity areas of the summer.
As a gymnastics instructor at an overnight camp, you’ll teach tumbling, beam, bars, vault, and floor work while running drills, conditioning, and routines for end-of-session showcases. You’ll manage equipment, ensure proper spotting and safety, and run progression-based lessons across age groups. Many co-ed residential camps blend gymnastics with cheer, dance, and tumbling under unified movement programs, giving multi-discipline coaches a packed and creative summer.
What does a gymnastics instructor at summer camp do?
You’ll teach tumbling, beam, bars, vault, and floor work while running drills, spotting, and routines. Most sleepaway camps with gymnastics include daily instruction and progression work throughout the summer camp season.
What background works best for gymnastics jobs at sleepaway camps?
Competitive gymnastics experience (Level 8+, college, or elite) and prior club coaching are highly valued. USA Gymnastics safety certifications and CPR/First Aid are standard requirements at residential camps with gymnastics programs.
Do summer camps have full gymnastics equipment?
Specialty gymnastics residential camps typically maintain beam, bars, vault, floor, and tumbling tracks. Traditional co-ed sleepaway camps may have more limited apparatus — beam, mats, and basic tumbling setups are most common.
What does the pay look like for gymnastics jobs at summer camps?
Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and credentials. Overnight camps include room, board, and laundry alongside salary, which makes the overall summer camp package noticeably more valuable than the base figure.
Can current college gymnasts coach at summer camps?
Yes — many residential camps actively recruit current collegiate gymnasts. Just verify NIL and NCAA compliance with your athletic department before accepting any paid coaching role at a sleepaway camp.
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Being a staff member at Laurel South is far more than a summer job… it’s an unforgettable experience in beautiful surroundings… and a rare opportunity to reach your full potential as you help others reach theirs. Laurel South is a down-to-earth place where you will meet and make friends of all ages – from all over the world – and form bonds that will last a lifetime. Most of all, it’s a place where a family feeling is encouraged and both campers and staff are urged to be themselves.
We are seeking college students and teachers to lead and instruct a wide variety of activities. Our staff are caring and fun individuals who have a desire to make a difference in a child’s life.
Laurel South is among the most well-respected camps in the country. We offer quality instruction designed to allow children to participate in activities they love, while also allowing them to explore new and exciting opportunities.
We are looking for a two-month commitment June 10th – August 11th. We offer room and board for the time you are working at camp. Interested applicants, please send a cover letter detailing your interest in working with children and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
Camp Danbee PO Box 337 Hinsdale, Massachusetts01235 United States
Posted 11-07-2023
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