IMG Academy
Assistant Coach of Wrestling
About IMG Academy
Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024, IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student‑athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student‑athletes through an innovative suite of on‑campus and online experiences:
Boarding school and camps, via a state‑of‑the‑art campus in Bradenton, Fla.
Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches
Position Summary The Assistant Coach of Wrestling supports the Head Coach in delivering a world‑class wrestling program at IMG Academy. This role assists in training student‑athletes, mentoring their growth on and off the mat, and ensuring the daily operations of practices, competitions, and program activities run smoothly. The Assistant Coach plays a key role in reinforcing the Academy’s mission of athletic and personal excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Coach in planning and executing wrestling practices, drills, and training sessions.
Provide direct coaching and instruction in technical skills, conditioning, and competition preparation.
Mentor student‑athletes in areas of academic accountability, personal development, and sportsmanship.
Serve as primary mat‑side coach for developmental and JV‑level athletes.
Assist in video review, performance analysis, and strength‑conditioning integration.
Assist with recruiting efforts, including evaluating prospective student‑athletes and supporting program promotion.
Aid in competition logistics, including scheduling, team travel, and event management.
Monitor athlete progress, maintain training records, and communicate updates to the Head Coach and families.
Collaborate with athletic trainers, strength staff, and academic advisors to ensure holistic athlete support.
Uphold IMG Academy standards for compliance, safety, and conduct on and off the mat.
Represent the wrestling program professionally at competitions, events, and community activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
2–4 years of wrestling coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or elite club level.
Strong technical knowledge of wrestling skills, training methods, and competition strategy.
Ability to build rapport and motivate student‑athletes in a high‑performance environment.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and recruiting guidelines preferred.
Physical Demands
Ability to demonstrate wrestling techniques and participate in training activities.
Schedule requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
Must be able to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to move across campus facilities including gyms, fields, and turf.
Background Requirements
Requires a background check upon offer.
Requires a drug test upon offer.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
401k with an Employer Match
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
Gym Discount Program
Pet Insurance
Wellbeing Program
and more!
IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Boarding school and camps, via a state‑of‑the‑art campus in Bradenton, Fla.
Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches
Position Summary The Assistant Coach of Wrestling supports the Head Coach in delivering a world‑class wrestling program at IMG Academy. This role assists in training student‑athletes, mentoring their growth on and off the mat, and ensuring the daily operations of practices, competitions, and program activities run smoothly. The Assistant Coach plays a key role in reinforcing the Academy’s mission of athletic and personal excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Coach in planning and executing wrestling practices, drills, and training sessions.
Provide direct coaching and instruction in technical skills, conditioning, and competition preparation.
Mentor student‑athletes in areas of academic accountability, personal development, and sportsmanship.
Serve as primary mat‑side coach for developmental and JV‑level athletes.
Assist in video review, performance analysis, and strength‑conditioning integration.
Assist with recruiting efforts, including evaluating prospective student‑athletes and supporting program promotion.
Aid in competition logistics, including scheduling, team travel, and event management.
Monitor athlete progress, maintain training records, and communicate updates to the Head Coach and families.
Collaborate with athletic trainers, strength staff, and academic advisors to ensure holistic athlete support.
Uphold IMG Academy standards for compliance, safety, and conduct on and off the mat.
Represent the wrestling program professionally at competitions, events, and community activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
2–4 years of wrestling coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or elite club level.
Strong technical knowledge of wrestling skills, training methods, and competition strategy.
Ability to build rapport and motivate student‑athletes in a high‑performance environment.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and recruiting guidelines preferred.
Physical Demands
Ability to demonstrate wrestling techniques and participate in training activities.
Schedule requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
Must be able to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to move across campus facilities including gyms, fields, and turf.
Background Requirements
Requires a background check upon offer.
Requires a drug test upon offer.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
401k with an Employer Match
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
Gym Discount Program
Pet Insurance
Wellbeing Program
and more!
IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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