Martial Arts Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Martial Arts Instructor – Full-Time | Leadership Development Opportunity

Company: Family Kicks Championship Martial Arts
Location: Lewisville, NC (In Person)
Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay: $16.00–$25.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
Expected Hours: 35–40 per week
Schedule: Monday–Friday, primarily afternoon and evening hours, with occasional weekend events

About Family Kicks

At Family Kicks Championship Martial Arts, our mission is simple: Build Champions in Life!

We're an established, family-focused martial arts school in Lewisville, North Carolina, dedicated to helping students of all ages develop confidence, discipline, respect, leadership, and lifelong skills through martial arts.

Our self-defense-focused Mixed Martial Arts curriculum combines techniques from multiple disciplines with a strong foundation in traditional Taekwon-Do.

We're looking for an energetic, experienced, and career-minded Martial Arts Instructor who is passionate about teaching, inspiring students, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

This is a full-time career opportunity for someone who wants to make martial arts their profession, take ownership of their responsibilities, and grow into a leadership role within our organization.

We're not just looking for someone who knows martial arts. We're looking for someone who knows how to make martial arts FUN, exciting, challenging, and rewarding for students!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with high-energy, engaging, structured martial arts classes for children, teens, and adults.
• Create a positive learning environment that keeps students motivated, excited, and eager to return.
• Teach martial arts techniques, practical self-defense, physical fitness, and character development.
• Develop strong, professional relationships with students and their families.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate different ages, skill levels, and learning styles.
• Maintain high standards of student safety, discipline, classroom management, and professionalism.
• Assist with student progress evaluations, belt testing, and promotion ceremonies.
• Recognize student achievements and help students develop confidence and reach their goals.
• Assist in mentoring junior instructors and student leaders as responsibilities develop.
• Participate in instructor training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Support special events, tournaments, camps, school partnerships, and community outreach activities.
• Assist with class preparation, equipment organization, facility cleanliness, and daily operational responsibilities.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a commitment to continually improving the student experience.

Required Qualifications

• Black belt in a recognized martial arts discipline.
• Strong passion for martial arts, teaching, and personal development.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to make classes engaging and fun.
• Professional maturity, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and families.
• Ability to create a safe, structured, encouraging, and positive learning environment.
• Willingness to learn and teach the Family Kicks curriculum and instructional methods.
• Availability to work 35–40 hours per week, primarily Monday through Friday, including evenings.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous martial arts teaching or coaching experience.
• Experience independently leading martial arts classes.
• Taekwon-Do, Mixed Martial Arts, or practical self-defense background.
• Experience teaching children ages 3–12.
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or developing other instructors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and interest in professional growth.
• Experience working in a family-oriented martial arts school or youth development organization.

Our Core Values

Our team members are expected to demonstrate our five core values:

• Be a Force for Good: Make a positive difference in the lives of others.
• Lead from the Front: Set the example through your attitude, actions, and effort.
• Positive Growth Mindset: Stay coachable, embrace challenges, and continually improve.
• Worthy of Trust: Demonstrate integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
• Take Ownership: Be accountable, take initiative, and follow through on commitments.

Compensation & Career Advancement

We believe in rewarding strong performance, professional growth, and leadership.

• Competitive hourly compensation of $16–$25 , based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated teaching ability.
• Full-time position with an expected schedule of 35–40 hours per week.
• Initial 90-day introductory and training period.
• Formal performance evaluation after 90 days, with eligibility for compensation increases based on demonstrated performance.
• Opportunities to advance into Senior Instructor, Lead Instructor, and potentially Chief Instructor responsibilities.
• Ongoing instructor training, mentorship, and professional development.
• Opportunities for increased responsibilities and long-term career growth within our organization.

We're seeking someone who wants to invest in their future, grow professionally, and become an important part of the Family Kicks leadership team.

Why Join Family Kicks?

At Family Kicks, martial arts is about so much more than punches and kicks.

Our instructors are mentors, role models, motivators, and leaders who help shape the next generation.

You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, family-oriented environment, build meaningful relationships with students, and see firsthand the positive impact your teaching has on their lives.

We're looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, creativity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

If you're looking for a full-time career where you can combine your love of martial arts with your passion for teaching and leadership, we'd love to meet you!

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and include a brief description of:

• Your martial arts background, discipline, and current rank.
• Your previous teaching or coaching experience.
• Your experience working with children.
• Why you're interested in building a long-term career with Family Kicks Championship Martial Arts.

Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in an interview and practical teaching demonstration.

Join our team and help us Build Champions in Life!