MMA Coach

UFC Gym - Downtown Pittsburgh; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 6,888,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Free gym membership

Free/discounted recertifications (NASM

ACE

ISSA

Job summary

UFC GYM - Downtown Pittsburgh is seeking an MMA Coach to deliver high-energy private and small-group MMA sessions in alignment with our Train Different philosophy.

You will motivate members, guide technique with elite-level training, and manage progress tracking while upholding safety standards and a professional gym environment. Compensation reflects hourly effort and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related experience.
• Background in Pro-Am fight and UFC GYM certification is preferred.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Current dotFIT certification or willingness to obtain.
• Nationally recognized Personal Training certification is a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 45+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Expert instruction: conduct safe, effective, and inspiring private MMA training sessions for members of all skill levels.
• T.R.A.I.N. Values: be Timely, Ready, Aware, Inspiring, and Noble in every interaction.
• Science-Based Results: focus on changing lives through service and science, with progress tracking.
• Floor Presence: maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.
• Drive Results: achieve monthly revenue targets for private coaching and supplement sales.
• Assist with tours, close training sales for new members.
• Engage members in workshops and supplement booths.
• Follow schedule and document daily workouts.

Skills

Extroverted

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4-year degree in related field preferred

Tools

Word/Excel

Job description

We Empower the Fighting Spirit in You! The MMA Coach is responsible for delivering an authentic, high-energy training experience that brings our "Train Different" philosophy to life. You will lead private and small group sessions, helping members reach their goals through elite-level techniques, supplement guidance and relentless motivation.

We Empower the Fighting Spirit in You! The MMA Coach is responsible for delivering an authentic, high-energy training experience that brings our "Train Different" philosophy to life. You will lead private and small group sessions, helping members reach their goals through elite-level techniques, supplement guidance and relentless motivation.

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (for eligible employees)
• Growth: Tuition assistance and opportunities for career advancement
• Perks: Free gym membership, employee discounts, and free or discounted recertifications (NASM, ACE, ISSA)

Key Responsibilities

Coaching & Member Experience

• Expert Instruction: Conduct safe, effective, and inspiring private MMA training sessions for members of all skill levels.
• T.R.A.I.N. Values: Bring our core values to life by being Timely, Ready, Aware, Inspiring, and Noble in every interaction.
• Science-Based Results: Focus on changing lives through service and science, ensuring accurate administration of client programs and progress tracking.
• Floor Presence: Maintain a clean, organized, and professional training space.

Sales & Revenue Generation

• Drive Results: Achieve personal monthly revenue targets for private coaching and supplement sales.
• Proactive Prospecting: Execute Complimentary Coaching Consultations, complimentary workouts, and seminars to build your client base.
• Turn-Over: Assist the membership team by conducting tours and closing training sales for new members.
• Engagement: Encourage member involvement in workshops, body fat tables, and supplement booths.

Administration & Operations

• Accountability: Arrive on time and prepare for all appointments; follow the agreed-upon schedule set by the MMA Manager.
• Documentation: Record daily workouts for liability and adherence to national certification standards.
• Compliance: Follow all company policies regarding payment transactions and guidelines in the UFC GYM Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of related experience; in-depth knowledge of private training techniques from assessment to program design.
• Background: Pro-Am fight background and/or certification from an organization recognized by UFC GYM.
• Skills: Extroverted self-motivator with strong interpersonal skills and basic computer proficiency (Word/Excel).
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; 4-year degree in a related field preferred.
• Certifications: Current CPR/AED certification required, current dotFIT certification (or willingness to obtain), nationally recognized Personal Training certification is a plus.
• Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and frequently lift or move 45+ lbs. during training.

Compensation: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Train Different, Live Different, Work Different. At UFC GYM we inspire others to reach their potential in and out of the gym. We are passionate about maximizing potential - in our members, our teammates and ourselves. Think big, don’t settle and change lives including your own. If you believe in excellence, value a high-performance lifestyle and are passionate about enriching lives through health and fitness, then you belong here.

UFC GYM is an original. The Original. We are proud to be the global leader in mixed martial arts inspired fitness and conditioning. Forged from the partnership of two powerhouses, the Ultimate Fighting Championship and New Evolution Ventures (NEV), we empower everyone to access the training benefits and programs of elite UFC athletes.

UFC GYM is more than a brand. We are a community of fitness committed individuals who believe in the power of a team approach. Your success is our success. Join our family and find out!

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at our company, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to UFC Gym.