Sports Activities Jobs
Outdoor Pursuits Instructor
Outdoor pursuits instructors work with individuals and small groups of all ages and abilities. They teach a range of skills by giving practical demonstrations and short lectures. Activities include abseiling, canoeing, caving, rock climbing and windsurfing.
Instructors need to plan activity programmes that meet the interests and ability levels of particular individuals or groups.
Outdoor pursuits instructors have be physically fit with good communication skills, and the ability to relate well to people of different ages and backgrounds.
Sports and Leisure Centre Manager
Sports and leisure centre managers run sports centres and related activities. They manage staff, budgets, premises and equipment.
Much of the work involves administration – managing finance, business plans, marketing and staff supervision.
Managers also organise sporting events, courses, competitions, etc, but they have little opportunity to join in. So, while an interest in a wide range of sports is needed for this type of work, the job itself is mostly managerial and administrative.