Martial Arts Instructor

Premier Martial Arts of Lexington; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Continuing education and opportunities

Job summary

Premier Martial Arts of Lexington is seeking a head instructor who is passionate about changing lives through daily martial arts instruction. An outgoing, leadership-driven personality is essential, capable of not only teaching but inspiring others to be the best version of themselves.

The role emphasizes a learning attitude, curriculum mastery, and the impact of mentoring students and families in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Prior martial arts experience is required or highly desirable.
• Black Belt certification is not mandatory but a plus.
• Must be organized and a self-starter with strong planning.
• Service-first mentality in interactions with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Providing A+ quality of class instruction.
• Deliver 5-7 high-energy, benefit-driven classes daily.
• Maintain positive customer relations with students and parents.
• Test and adapt curriculum for student progress.
• Assist with marketing and outreach efforts.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate events.
• Lead birthday parties and Parent’s Night Out events.

Skills

Martial Arts Exp

Black Belt

Self Starter

Service Mindset

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Premier Martial Arts has been in business for more than 20 years, and since our founding in 1998 we have helped thousands of students of all ages realize their full potential. Premier Martial Arts delivers a best-in-class martial arts experience that helps our students develop the personal skills that are necessary to build a successful life. Our mastery of teaching martial arts over the past two decades is evident in our structured and thorough curriculum, which is standardized across our 100+ locations across the United States, Canada and England.

Our curriculum focuses on character development far beyond the importance of self-defense. We teach our young students how to respect their elders, how to be accountable, how to focus and how to stay in shape in a fun and exciting atmosphere. We empower our adult students with the self-confidence to overcome anxieties and trauma, in an environment that fosters inclusion and social belonging.

Job Summary

The head instructor at a Premier Martial Arts location is someone who is passionate about changing lives through day-to-day martial arts instruction. An outgoing and leadership-driven personality is a must. A person who can not only teach but more importantly inspire others to be the best version of themselves is required. A PMA instructor utilizes the tools given to them to impact as many people as possible, is always a student and never lets their ego get the best of them. A learning attitude is key to the success of this position.

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Responsibilities

• Providing A+ Quality of Class Instruction:
• Instruction of 5-7 High Energy, Benefit Driven, and “educating” classes daily
• Customer Relations with the students and parents
• Curriculum Testing of Students
• Marketing
• Appointment Setting
• Events- Birthday Parties, Parent’s Night Out

Qualifications

• Prior Martial Arts Experience
• Black Belt Certificate not mandatory but a plus
• Organized-Self Starter
• Service First Mentality

Benefits/Perks

• Health Insurance
• Continuing education and opportunities

Premier Martial Arts Ranking: We provide hands-on martial arts training to both black belts and color belts.

• Karate
• Sport Karate
• Tae-Kwon-Do
• Kali
• Submission Grappling

1st-3rd Krav Maga Specific Ranks Available

• Sport-Weapons- Bo Staff, Nunchucks, Escrima Stick, Kamas, Sword, Double Nunchuks

Quarterly Live Events Held Across The Nation

• Curriculum Colleges
• Certified Instructor Training Courses
• Annual Awards Dinner
• Annual Conference with Outside Guest Speakers

Premier Martial Arts Tournament Circuit for Students and Instructors

Upward Mobility Available

• Manager
• Multi-Unit Manager
• Regional Manager
• Owner

If you are interested in working for a martial arts company dedicated to your growth and success, all while being able to impact your community, look no further!

Premier Martial Arts has the vision, the tools, and infrastructure to support your martial arts professional dreams!