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Martial Arts Instructor (Career Progression Opportunities)

📍 Leamington Spa, Southam, Rugby (CV Postcode Area)
đź•’ Flexible / Part-Time / Growth to Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are currently recruiting 4 Martial Arts Instructors on behalf of a growing martial arts franchise expanding across the CV postcode region, including Leamington Spa, Southam, and Rugby.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a martial arts background or strong interest in combat sports to step into flexible coaching roles, with clear progression into lead instructor positions and potential franchise/business ownership.

Whether you’re an experienced instructor or looking to build a career within martial arts, this role offers a pathway to grow within a structured and expanding organisation.


The Role

As a Martial Arts Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality sessions while helping to build a strong local member base.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Leading group martial arts classes (all levels)
  • Supporting beginner and youth sessions
  • Delivering 1-1 coaching or skill development sessions
  • Assisting with class setup, member engagement, and retention
  • Supporting the growth of new club locations
  • Representing the brand with professionalism and energy

What Makes This Opportunity Different

This isn’t just a coaching role, it’s a career pathway.

Successful instructors will have the opportunity to:

âś” Progress into Head Instructor roles
âś” Take on greater responsibility within new locations
âś” Play a key role in launching and growing new clubs
âś” Potentially move into running their own martial arts business/franchise


What We’re Looking For

  • Background in martial arts (e.g. Karate, Taekwondo, Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA, or similar) or strong interest/passion
  • Confident working with groups, including children and beginners
  • Motivated, reliable, and professional
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Interest in long-term progression within the martial arts industry

Coaching/teaching experience is a bonus but not essential, training and development can be provided.


What’s on Offer

  • Flexible working hours across multiple locations, 5pm onwards or weekends
  • Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding martial arts franchise
  • Clear progression pathway into leadership and business ownership
  • Ongoing support, training, and development
  • A chance to build a long-term career in the martial arts industry

How to Apply

Apply via link to register your interest.

Successful applicants will be contacted with further details about the roles, locations, and progression opportunities available.

To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@thefitnessdirectory.uk