Youth Kickboxing Instructor, Jim

6 days ago

St Petersburg, FL, United States YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg Full time

Job Title: Youth Kickboxing Instructor, Jim & Heather Gills Branch YMCA

Description: We are searching for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Youth Kickboxing Instructor to join our organization. The instructor's responsibilities include planning and scheduling classes, providing hands-on instruction, and ensuring students learn and train in a safe, supportive environment. Lessons may be conducted in both one-on-one and group formats. To succeed in this role, the instructor should keep sessions fun and engaging while fostering self-discipline, respect, and personal growth. Ultimately, an outstanding Youth Kickboxing Instructor will help students build confidence in their abilities and character.

Responsibilities:

  • Schedule and conduct individual and group kickboxing lessons
  • Teach age-appropriate techniques and forms
  • Share historical and theoretical background of martial arts
  • Foster discipline, focus, and respect among students
  • Supervise sessions to ensure a safe and inclusive environment
  • Promote the appropriate use of learned techniques both inside and outside class
  • Conduct demonstrations or safety talks for parents, companies, and the public
  • Monitor and report on student progress

Qualifications:

  • Black belt (or equivalent) in your chosen martial art style
  • Experience teaching martial arts to students of various ages and fitness levels
  • Preferred: Ability to train students for local, national, or international competitions
  • Physically agile and able to demonstrate techniques clearly
  • Strong leadership and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain a respectful, supportive, and structured class environment
  • Excellent organizational and event-planning skills
  • Passion for martial arts and youth development
  • Pass a 10-panel drug screen.
  • Clear a Level 2 background check*

Pay & Perks: $20.00-$22.00/hour, depending on experience. 1 day per week. Free YMCA facility membership included with employment and discount for household family members.

Work Location: Jim & Heather Gills YMCA - 3200 1st Ave South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712

*Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required. Check out this link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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