Martial Arts and Physical Training Instructor

SkyBridge Tactical, LLC; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical Insurance options

401(k) plan

Bonuses & recognition

Career development opportunities

Job summary

SkyBridge Tactical LLC seeks an experienced Martial Arts and Physical Training Instructor for a part-time, onsite role in a professional government training environment.

The position requires five+ years teaching fighting and mindset physical training to SOF personnel, five+ years in at least four disciplines (Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Judo, Kickboxing, Muay Thai), and ten years overall teaching across levels. U.S. citizenship and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of documented experience teaching fighting and mindset physical training to Special Operations Forces personnel.
• Minimum of five years of professional or college-level fighting experience in at least four disciplines: Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Judo, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai.
• Minimum of ten years of experience teaching or coaching these disciplines at varying experience levels, including beginner, amateur, and professional.
• Minimum of five years of experience planning, managing, and executing multiple fighting and mindset physical training programs.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance at the start of performance.
• Ability to demonstrate and coach the required skills and obtain the government installation access needed to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver martial arts and physical training instruction for participants with varying levels of experience.
• Coach standing, transition, and ground-based skills using approved curriculum and established safety standards.
• Demonstrate techniques, observe participant performance, and provide clear feedback to improve proficiency.
• Develop quarterly training progression plans that build from fundamental skills to advanced instruction and submit them for approval.
• Coordinate with designated program representatives to maintain curriculum alignment and incorporate approved updates.
• Provide refresher training, instructor development, and continuing skill development.
• Enforce safe training practices, stop unsafe activities, and promptly report hazards or incidents through established procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct and protect confidential customer and company information.

Skills

Fighting & mindset training

Jiu-Jitsu

Wrestling

Boxing

Judo

Kickboxing

Muay Thai

Job description

Clearance: Active Secret required at the start of performance. U.S. citizenship required.

About SkyBridge Tactical

SkyBridge Tactical LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida. We support government customers with experienced professionals in training, operations, logistics, technical services, and program management. Our teams combine military and civilian experience to deliver dependable support to customers in the United States and overseas.

Position overview

SkyBridge Tactical is seeking an experienced Martial Arts and Physical Training Instructor to deliver progressive instruction in a professional government training environment. The instructor will develop participant skills, support instructor development and refresher training, and maintain a safe, structured learning environment. This position is contingent upon contract award and required customer approvals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver martial arts and physical training instruction for participants with varying levels of experience.
• Coach standing, transition, and ground-based skills using approved curriculum and established safety standards.
• Demonstrate techniques, observe participant performance, and provide clear feedback to improve proficiency.
• Develop quarterly training progression plans that build from fundamental skills to advanced instruction and submit them for approval.
• Coordinate with designated program representatives to maintain curriculum alignment and incorporate approved updates.
• Provide refresher training, instructor development, and continuing skill development.
• Enforce safe training practices, stop unsafe activities, and promptly report hazards or incidents through established procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct and protect confidential customer and company information.

Required qualifications

• Minimum of five years of documented experience teaching fighting and mindset physical training to Special Operations Forces personnel.
• Minimum of five years of professional or college-level fighting experience in at least four of these six disciplines: Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing, Judo, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. Experience must include all three phases: standup, transition, and groundwork.
• Minimum of ten years of experience teaching or coaching these disciplines at varying experience levels, including beginner, amateur, and professional.
• Minimum of five years of experience planning, managing, and executing multiple fighting and mindset physical training programs.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance at the start of performance.
• Ability to demonstrate and coach the required skills and obtain the government installation access needed to perform the work.

Schedule and travel

This is a part-time, onsite position with regular weekday morning work, typically 15 hours per week. Candidates must also be available for scheduled full workweeks and periodic domestic travel for program support and professional development. The final schedule will follow approved customer requirements.

Benefits Overview

• SkyBridge Tactical LLC provides a comprehensive fringe benefits package designed to promote employee well-being, financial stability, and professional growth.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), federal holidays, and additional leave options, including bereavement, jury duty, and parental leave.
• SkyBridge also offers a range of medical insurance options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and access to wellness resources, as well as global medical insurance options for OCONUS employees.
• Additional benefits include Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and coverage under Workers’ Compensation or Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance for eligible employees.
• To support income protection and financial security, SkyBridge Tactical offers Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, with options for Dependent Coverage.
• Employees are also eligible to participate in a 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• SBT recognizes employee contributions through performance-based bonuses, recognition programs, and referral bonuses and supports career growth through professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs.
• Family leave options further support employees in balancing professional and family responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

SkyBridge Tactical is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.