Martial Arts Instructor

Willow Grove YMCA, 3300 Davisville Road, Hatboro, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description Posted Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Martial Arts Instructor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us through athletics. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: Free YMCA membership – access to all branches! Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y – it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Martial Arts Instructor: 18+, Some college or equivalent 3+ years experience in martial arts (all disciplines) Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style of coaching Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention Ability to physically assist (spot) the program participant through skills with a clear understanding of developing the athlete The responsibilities we will trust you with: Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum Encourage and support staff and students to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment Provide excellent service to members and participants Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents Complete timely reports of incidents to the director/supervisor, complaints or compliments of the program Follow detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and have the knowledge and understanding of the Specialized sport skills required to implement the lesson plans What you can expect: Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws. Willow Grove YMCA, 3300 Davisville Road, Hatboro, Pennsylvania, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr