Instructor, Adult Programs

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Bouldering Project

Bouldering Project is more than a climbing gym—we’re a community. We’re driven by a shared belief: that climbing, movement, and connection should be accessible to everyone. From first-timers to seasoned climbers, families to fitness enthusiasts, and our own teammates—we create inclusive, inspiring spaces where people move, grow, and belong. With world-class climbing, yoga and fitness offerings, and welcoming community spaces, we’re proud to serve nine markets across the U.S.—and we’re just getting started.

About the Role

BP Adult Climbing Instructors are responsible for bringing the industry’s most unique, accessible, and innovative climbing instruction experience to life. They are responsible for providing unparalleled levels of customer service, engagement, and connection as they introduce people to and support them on their lifelong journey with climbing in a way that is healthy, sustainable, fulfilling, and fun.

What You’ll Do

• Represent and live BP’s values - driving instruction with these in mind and performing whatever task necessary to create an experience in line with these values 
• Be in constant pursuit of better understanding climbers through dedicated empathy and a desire to connect with individuals 
• Create and manage an unparalleled climbing experience by bringing BP’s circuits to life in a way that best exemplifies their benefits while being an advocate for BP’s circuit system and celebrating it in all that you do 
• Foster community amongst participants 
• Show up on time, be present, and exist in the right mindset for the program you are facilitating 
• Display confidence in taking leadership enforcing safety protocol 
• Maintain calm and composure in the midst of high stress scenarios 
• Work collaboratively with fellow instructors and Programs Leads to develop and implement climbing and training curriculum 
• Think critically about program logistics - ensuring the best experience for BP guests and promoting the growth of the program 
• Regularly manage groups of adults of varying experience levels and curate excellent learning environments in a busy climbing environment 
• Collaborate with local and Support team leadership to meet the needs of the local community and further develop the local and global BP Adult Climbing Instruction Program 
• Maintain an excellent relationship with the General Manager, Head Routesetter, and Program Lead - providing feedback and taking direction when necessary 
• Maintain a climbing instruction product that meets the standards and expectations of the General Manager and Program Lead - tracking and reporting on these metrics as requested 
• Design and maintain high standards for a clean, professional appearance and presentation of self 
• Spend adequate time interacting with the local community in order to gather feedback and assess the impact of the work being performed. 
• Stay up to date with the latest climbing training methodologies and maintain an active curiosity about the climbing industry and innovation

Requirements:

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Climbing experience significantly higher than the level of instruction being performed is required 
• Good communication skills and the ability to provide, receive and implement feedback
• Desire to continually work to improve own climbing, instructing, and interpersonal skills 
• Passion for climbing and community development 
• Ability to move 50lbs on soft flooring 
• Must be able to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience instructing or coaching climbing in a professional environment preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• This is an hourly, part-time position. $16-$19hr
• Memberships at Bouldering Project for you and a +1
• Staff discount on Bouldering Project retail products
• Industry discounts available for select companies and products
• Optional 401(k) enrollment

Working at Bouldering Project

At Bouldering Project, we aim to cultivate excitement for movement, belonging, and community. We lead by example—making our spaces and offerings accessible and welcoming to all. Our core values—Inclusive, Quality-Obsessed, Local at the Core, and Growth-Oriented—are expected to be demonstrated in both leadership and daily operations. These values guide how we build community, deliver exceptional experiences, and continually evolve together.

This role may require a flexible schedule, including availability during evenings, weekends, or outside standard business hours depending on programming and business needs.