Director of Pickleball
Marcus Lewis Racquet ClubActon, Massachusetts
Position Summary
Marcus Lewis Racquet Club is seeking an exceptional Director of Pickleball to lead one of the most exciting opportunities in New England racquet sports.
Building on an already successful and rapidly growing pickleball program, the Director will lead the next chapter of our evolution as we prepare to open our new state-of-the-art, eight-court indoor pickleball facility in 2026.
This is far more than a teaching position—it is a leadership role for a dynamic professional who can inspire a team, create innovative programming, cultivate an exceptional member experience, and establish Marcus Lewis Racquet Club as the premier destination for pickleball in the region.
Key Responsibilities
● Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the pickleball department and daily operations.
● Develop innovative instructional and recreational programming for adults, juniors, beginners, and competitive players.
● Recruit, mentor, supervise, and inspire a high-performing team of pickleball professionals while fostering a culture of excellence.
● Deliver an exceptional member experience through outstanding customer service, visibility, engagement, and relationship building.
● Drive membership growth, player engagement, retention, and new player acquisition.
● Organize and oversee leagues, tournaments, clinics, social events, and other special programming.
● Collaborate with club leadership on budgeting, scheduling, staffing, marketing, and long-term strategic planning.
● Represent Marcus Lewis Racquet Club professionally within the local and regional pickleball community.
● Play an instrumental role in the successful launch and continued growth of our new indoor pickleball facility.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
● Proven leadership experience in pickleball, racquet sports, or club management.
● Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
● Experience designing and implementing successful instructional and social programming.
● A passion for developing staff and cultivating a positive, high-performance team culture.
● A commitment to providing exceptional customer service and creating memorable member experiences.
● Strong business acumen with the ability to grow participation, memberships, and revenue.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role will be measured by:
● Continued growth in programming and participation.
● Exceptional member satisfaction and retention.
● Strong staff leadership, development, and engagement.
● Efficient and well-managed department operations.
● Revenue growth and overall financial performance.
● A vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive pickleball community that reflects the Marcus Lewis Racquet Club standard of excellence.
Our Vision
Marcus Lewis Racquet Club has built its reputation by delivering exceptional racquet sports experiences. As we enter an exciting new chapter with our 2026 expansion, we are seeking a leader who shares our passion for innovation, professionalism, and community.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of pickleball at one of New England’s premier racquet clubs and build a program that sets the standard for excellence throughout the region.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
