Target Sports Instructor

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Basic Function: The Target Sports Instructor is responsible for delivering exceptional target sports instruction and guest experience for resort guests of all ages and skill levels. This position provides instruction, supervision, and facilitation of axe throwing, archery, knife throwing, atlatl, and other target sports experiences while promoting participation, generating revenue, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and guest service. The Target Sports Instructor serves as the subject matter expert for target sports activities, ensuring all experiences are conducted in a safe, educational, engaging, and memorable manner consistent with Enchantment Resort service standards.

Work Performed:
 

Target Sports Instruction & Programming (65%)

1. Provide individual, private, family, group, and special event instruction in axe throwing, archery, knife throwing, atlatl, and other approved target sports activities.
2. Teach proper techniques, safety procedures, equipment handling, range etiquette, and target sports fundamentals.
3. Conduct beginner, intermediate, and advanced target sports experiences for guests of varying ages and skill levels.
4. Ensure all participants understand and follow established safety rules and operational procedures before participating.
5. Demonstrate proper throwing, shooting, and targeting techniques while providing individualized coaching and feedback.
6. Develop lesson plans, skill progressions, and instructional experiences designed to increase guest confidence, participation, and enjoyment.
7. Organize and facilitate tournaments, friendly competitions, special events, team-building activities, and group outings.
8. Monitor guest participation and make adjustments to activities based on skill level, age, safety considerations, and weather conditions.
9. Inspect activity areas before and after each program to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
10. Maintain expertise in industry best practices, equipment standards, instructional methods, and target sports trends.
11. Assist with family programming, holiday activities, seasonal events, and resort-wide recreation experiences.

 Guest Service & Sales (20%)

1. Deliver Forbes-level guest service during all guest interactions.
2. Promote target sports experiences and other recreation offerings to increase guest participation and departmental revenue.
3. Assist guests with reservations, activity recommendations, scheduling, and recreation information.
4. Maintain knowledge of all resort activities, amenities, promotional packages, and special events.
5. Build positive guest relationships that encourage repeat participation and return visits.
6. Respond professionally to guest questions, requests, concerns, and special accommodations.
7. Assist with merchandise sales and equipment recommendations when appropriate.
8. Support departmental revenue goals through exceptional service and activity promotion.

 Facility Operations & Safety Management (15%)

1. Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming target sports environment.
2. Conduct daily inspections of ranges, targets, fencing, equipment, throwing lanes, archery equipment, and safety barriers.
3. Ensure all equipment is maintained, inventoried, and stored according to established safety standards.
4. Assist with setup and breakdown of activity areas, tournaments, clinics, demonstrations, and special events.
5. Monitor inventory levels of axes, bows, arrows, throwing knives, atlatls, darts, targets, and other program equipment.
6. Report maintenance or safety concerns to department leadership immediately.
7. Ensure compliance with all departmental safety protocols, emergency procedures, risk management standards, and guest participation requirements.
8. Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards throughout all target sports venues and guest areas.

General Responsibilities

1. Arrive prior to scheduled programming to prepare activity areas, equipment, waivers, and instructional materials.
2. Verify participant waivers and ensure proper documentation is completed before participation.
3. Process guest activity charges and complete operational paperwork as assigned.
4. Maintain accurate attendance records and activity reports.
5. Attend departmental meetings, safety training, and Forbes service training programs.
6. Support holiday programming, seasonal events, tournaments, and resort-wide recreation activities.
7. Maintain professional appearance standards and wear required uniform and nametag.
8. Serve as a positive ambassador for Enchantment Resort and the Activities Department.
9. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Supervision Received: May provide leadership and direction to Recreation Attendants, Activity Attendants, seasonal staff, and program assistants during assigned programs and events. Assists with training staff on target sports safety standards, operational procedures, and guest service expectations. Supports departmental objectives through mentoring and operational leadership during target sports activities.

Responsibility and Authority: Works under the general supervision of the Games Supervisor, Activities Manager, and Director of Adventure & Activities. Exercises independent judgment in lesson delivery, range management, guest interactions, and activity facilitation within established departmental policies and procedures. Consults with management regarding significant safety, operational, staffing, or guest service concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

 Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in target sports instruction, outdoor recreation, guiding, experiential education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines: axe throwing, archery, knife throwing, atlatl, or related target sports.
• Strong knowledge of range safety, equipment handling, risk management, and instructional techniques.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and guest service skills.
• Ability to teach participants of varying ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.

 Preferred

• USA Archery Instructor Certification or equivalent.
• National Field Archery Association (NFAA) instructional experience.
• World Axe Throwing League (WATL) or similar axe throwing experience.
• Experience leading outdoor adventure, experiential education, or team-building programs.
• Knowledge of luxury hospitality standards and Forbes Travel Guide service expectations.
• Experience conducting group facilitation, tournaments, and special events.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods.
• Ability to repeatedly demonstrate throwing, shooting, and targeting techniques throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions including extended sun exposure and high temperatures.
• Ability to maintain awareness of multiple participants and activity areas simultaneously while ensuring safety compliance.

 Reports To: Games Supervisor

Indirect Reporting Relationship: Activities Manager / Director of Adventure & Activities

Supervises: Recreation Attendants, Activity Attendants, seasonal staff, and program assistants during assigned target sports programs and events.