Position Summary:

The Head Coach will provide strategic leadership and oversee the development and delivery of Cheema’s competitive canoe and kayak programs.

Working collaboratively with club leadership, coaching staff and the Board, they will establish a sustainable athlete development pathway from introductory programs through U16, U18 and high-performance competition.

The successful candidate will focus on coaching excellence, athlete development and retention, coach mentorship, and building a cohesive staff team.

A key priority will be connecting summer programs with year-round training and competitive pathways, creating a positive club culture that supports long-term success and progression for athletes and coaches alike.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategic Direction

- Provide vision and leadership for Cheema's competitive programs.

Athlete Development & Program Growth

- Build a progressive athlete development pathway from introductory programs through high-performance competition.
- Strengthen program quality, participation and long-term growth.

Coach Mentorship & Staff Development

- Recruit, mentor and develop a strong coaching team; establish coaching standards, expectations and professional development opportunities.

Member Retention & Engagement

- Develop strategies to attract,



engage and retain athletes; build strong relationships with athletes and families.

Club Culture & Team Building

- Foster a positive, inclusive and performance-driven club culture; promote teamwork, resilience, commitment, respect and accountability.

Community & Organizational Collaboration

- Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships

Qualifications & Experience: Certification: Minimum [NCCP Competition Development / Equivalent Level 2/3 Coaching Certification] in Canoe/Kayak

Experience: Comply with LTAD (Long Term Athlete Development model), five plus years of proven coaching experience, technically proficient, capable to work with athletes competing at a national level that aspire to make local and national teams.

Safety Credentials: Valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), Standard First Aid/CPR, and a explicit Vulnerable Sector/Background Check/Child Abuse Registry

Skills: People skills -emotional intelligence, reliable, strong off and on the water communicator, delivers constructive feedback, conflict-resolution skills, athlete centred, adaptable.

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site childcare
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Coach (Waverley)
🏢 Cheema Aquatic Club
📍 Waverley