With recent Government announcements on the development of World Class facilities, increased international events at Kallang, enhanced high performance support and with SEA Games being hosted by Singapore in 2029, it is an exciting time to be in Sport in Singapore. Over the past few years, Singapore Gymnastics has hosted the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships and will be hosting the 2025 Senior Rhythmic Gymnastics Asian Championships.

This past year, we achieved our first podium placings at the Junior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships. In addition, Singapore Gymnastics will be producing a new business plan for FY2026. Singapore Gymnastics is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the team in a key leadership role of Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG) National Coach, focused on developing RG National Training Center (NTC) and improving national and international performances of Singapore Gymnasts. It is important that Singapore Gymnastics has a strong shop window to inspire and encourage more young people to take part in gymnastics, to unite the nation and inspire the Singapore Spirit.

Role Description and Person Specification

With recent Government announcements on the development of World Class facilities, increased international events at Kallang, enhanced high performance support and with SEA Games being hosted by Singapore in 2029, it is an exciting time to be in Sport in Singapore.

Over the past few years, Singapore Gymnastics has hosted the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships and will be hosting the 2025 Senior Rhythmic Gymnastics Asian Championships. This past year, we achieved our first podium placings at the Junior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships.

In addition, Singapore Gymnastics will be producing a new business plan for FY2026. Singapore Gymnastics is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the team in a key leadership role of Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG) National Coach, focused on developing RG National Training Center (NTC) and improving national and international performances of Singapore Gymnasts.

It is important that Singapore Gymnastics has a strong shop window to inspire and encourage more young people to take part in gymnastics, to unite the nation and inspire the Singapore Spirit.

About the Role

The Rhythmic Gymnastics National Coach will work closely with the RG National Head Coach and other National Coaches, Performance Development Manager (PDM), Performance Director (PD) to enhance the performance of gymnasts at the RG NTC, developing long-term and annual plans for athlete progression, including talent recruitment and transitions. They will create training schedules aligned with the FIG Code of Points, recommend competitions, and provide coaching in technical, physical, and psychological strategies while monitoring athlete progress. The coach will ensure discipline, well-being, and injury management for gymnasts, support the National Programme, assist in talent identification, and lead coach education initiatives.

Additionally, they will prepare performance reports, mentor national coaches, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and foster relationships within the gymnastics community, while adhering to Singapore Gymnastics' Child Safe Commitment Statement and performing other duties as assigned by Performance Director.

The successful candidate will:

1.Performance Development

• Implement the Singapore Gymnastics Performance Development Plan, part of the FY2026-2029 business plan, in collaboration with the Performance Director.

• Assist the Performance Development Team in delivering an excellent developmental programme across all RG NTCs.

• Develop key areas of athletes, including:

oTechnique- High-level skill and technique in gymnasts' movement.

oPhysical Preparation - Age and skill based physical preparation skills applicable to all RG NTC athletes

oArtistry - Improving artistry component in all RG NTC.

oMovement quality - Creating smooth transitions, control, and sharp movements.

oRoutine Preparation - High level RG routines in line with the current CoP.

2.Curriculum and Training Delivery

• Implement the yearly planning instruments prepared in collaboration with Head Coach by ensuring regular updates and adjustments to keep it aligned with national and international calendar and performance standards.

• Create a targeted training program focused on the development of balances, rotations, and jumps/leaps, tailored to the specific needs of each athlete.

3.Collaborative Environment

• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Performance Development Staff, Coaches, Parents, and Athletes.

• Build relationships with external partners, such as the High Performance Sports Institute (HPSI), affiliated clubs, and coaches.

4.Performance Development and International Success

• The Rhythmic Gymnastics National Coach will focus on enhancing athletes' difficulty levels, execution and artistry, while choreographing routines that align with the latest

FIG Code of Points (2025-2028). Choreography requirements will be collaboratively discussed and agreed upon with the respective coaches and RG Head Coach.

About You

The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Self-motivated with a passion for competitive sport and a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.

• Flexible and adaptable, with a "can-do" attitude.

• Collaborative, open to new ideas, and capable of engaging with a team.

• Responsible, accountable and an effective communicator in spoken and written English.

• Educated to degree level with a strong grounding in classical ballet techniques (preferably Vaganova or Cecchetti) and contemporary (e.g., Graham, Horton, Limon) and other different dance styles.

• Experience working with performance sports, such as Women's Artistic Gymnastics (WAG), Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG), Men's Artistic Gymnastics (MAG), Acrobatic Gymnastics, or synchronized swimming would be an advantage.

• Ability to combine theatrical delivery with sound pedagogical methodology and experience in developing a dance and artistry curriculum.

Key Outcomes

1.Ensure gymnasts training at the level higher than they are competing:

Having control test and goals settings so that the gymnasts are physically and mentally ready for competitions.

2.Individual development plans -developed for each athlete:

Yearly planning instruments prepared on a yearly basis

3.Support Coaching Team:

Provide healthy and safe working environment for coaches.

4.Deliver Presentations and Share Expertise with Community:

Provide presentations at Singapore Gymnastic Programmes/Symposiums/Courses.

5.National and International Success

Support all teams and work closely with RG Head Coach and other National Coaches to ensure that RG NTC athletes qualify for National Squads (Juniors and Seniors). Ensure RG NTC athletes are preparing for major competitions and are able to be at finals/podium level.

How to Apply

If you feel that you meet our requirements, please submit your CV and a letter of application highlighting why you want the role, your suitability and relevant experience to hr@singaporegymnastics.org.sg or pd@singaporegymnastics.org.sg by Friday 27 June 2025.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please e-mail Berfin Ors (Performance Director) at: pd@singaporegymnastics.org.sg to arrange a suitable time to discuss the role.

Singapore Gymnastics welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Singapore Gymnastics is committed to Safesport and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment