Job Description:

Professional Martial Arts Instructor

Family Martial Arts Leigh - Leigh, Greater Manchester

Family Martial Arts in Leigh is seeking a dedicated, professional Martial Arts Instructor to join our growing coaching team.

This is a career opportunity, not simply a part-time teaching role.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about martial arts, committed to personal development, and motivated to positively influence the lives of students through high-quality instruction.

Our academy delivers structured martial arts programmes designed to develop confidence, discipline, leadership, and resilience in children, teens and adults.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering these programmes while helping to maintain the professional standards and positive culture our academy is known for.

Position Details

Role: Professional Martial Arts Instructor

Location: Family Martial Arts Leigh - Leigh, Greater Manchester

Salary: £24,000 per year (£17ph)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 15:00 - 21:30

The Opportunity

This position offers the chance to become part of a professional martial arts academy environment where instructors are supported, mentored and encouraged to grow.

You will work closely with the senior instructor team to deliver structured classes including:

* Ninja Cubs (Early Years martial arts programme)

* Little Leaders (Foundation programme for young students)

* Beginner and Advanced martial arts classes

Our programmes focus not only on martial arts techniques, but also on character development, leadership and life skills.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an individual who approaches martial arts instruction as a profession, not just a hobby.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

* Strong martial arts background with recognised rank or equivalent experience

* A genuine passion for teaching and mentoring students

* Professional standards of conduct and reliability

* Confidence leading classes and managing groups of students

* Strong communication skills with both students and parents

* A growth mindset and willingness to continually develop as an instructor

Experience teaching children and families is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

* Deliver engaging and structured martial arts classes

* Maintain a positive, disciplined and supportive training environment

* Support students in developing technical skill and personal confidence

* Assist with gradings, events, workshops and academy activities

* Uphold the values and professional reputation of Family Martial Arts Leigh

What We Offer

* Full-time salaried instructor role (£24,000 per year)

* A stable position within a growing martial arts academy

* Instructor development and mentorship

* A professional teaching environment

* The opportunity to build a long-term career in martial arts instruction

About Family Martial Arts Leigh

Over the past 25yrs, Family Martial Arts has built a strong reputation within the community for delivering high-quality martial arts education in a supportive and professional environment.

Our mission is to help students develop not only martial arts ability, but also confidence, discipline, resilience and leadership skills that benefit them throughout life.

Apply

If you are serious about building a long-term career in martial arts instruction, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your application/ resume outlining your martial arts background and any coaching or teaching experience.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a short video introducing yourself and telling us about your martial arts journey, showing a short physical workout/demonstration of your capability and attend a practical coaching session and interview at the academy.

Work Location: In person