Job Description
Martial Arts Coach / Children's Sports Coach – Full-Time or Part-Time
Turn Your Passion for Coaching, Sport or Martial Arts Into a Career
Love working with kids?
Passionate about martial arts or sport?
Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference while building a rewarding career?
Martial Arts Queensland is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable Martial Arts Instructor / Children's Coach to join our team.
You don't need experience in our specific martial arts system — we'll train you.
What matters most to us is your ability to connect with children, confidently lead a group, motivate students and create an setting where kids feel supported, challenged and excited to learn.
You might already be a martial arts instructor, an experienced martial artist wanting to turn your passion into a career, or a children's sports coach looking for an exciting new direction.
About the Role
The majority of your coaching will be with children, helping them develop confidence, discipline, resilience, respect and practical self-defence skills in a fun and engaging environment.
You'll be involved in:
Teaching martial arts classes for children, teens and adults
Leading and engaging groups of children with confidence and enthusiasm
Helping students develop their skills, confidence and self-belief
Building positive relationships with students and their families
Providing exceptional customer service to members and prospective students
Helping create a positive, professional and welcoming academy environment
Supporting the general day-to-day operation of the academy, including light cleaning and administrative duties
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
Genuinely enjoys working with children
Is confident, energetic and comfortable leading groups
Can engage,



motivate and encourage young people
Has excellent communication and people skills
Is friendly and approachable with both children and parents
Is reliable, punctual and professional
Has a positive attitude and works well as part of a team
Is keen to learn and continue developing as a coach and instructor
You might currently be a martial arts instructor, sports coach, gymnastics coach, swimming teacher, dance or cheer coach, teacher aide, or someone who has spent years training in martial arts and would love the prospect to make it your career.
Martial Arts & Coaching Experience
Experience in martial arts is highly regarded, but experience in our particular system is not required.
We provide extensive instructor training, mentoring and ongoing development to help you become a confident Martial Arts Queensland instructor.
Experience in any of the following would be particularly valuable:
Japanese Jujitsu
Kenpo Karate
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
Muay Thai
Applicants from other martial arts backgrounds are also strongly encouraged to apply.
Not a Martial Arts Instructor?
We'd Still Love to Hear From You.
If you have experience coaching children in another sport or activity, your skills may be a great fit.
We encourage applications from coaches with backgrounds in areas such as:
Gymnastics
Football or soccer
Rugby league or rugby union
AFL
Netball
Basketball
Swimming
Dance
Cheerleading
Other children's sports or activities




We'll teach you our martial arts systems — your ability to engage, motivate and inspire young people is just as important as your martial arts background.
Typical Hours
Full-Time – 38 Hours Per Week
Full-time hours are generally spread across five days per week, with shifts typically falling within:
Monday to Friday: approximately 10:30am-6:30pm
Saturday: approximately 7:30am-3:30pm
Your five-day roster may include Saturday, with another day off during the week.
Some flexibility may be required for gradings, special events and other academy activities.
Part-Time
Part-time hours can be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants will need to be available for weekday afternoon shifts between approximately 3:30pm-6:30pm and Saturday mornings.
The number of days and total weekly hours can be discussed based on your availability.
What We Offer
Full-time or part-time opportunities
A genuine long-term career opportunity
Extensive instructor training and mentoring
Ongoing professional development
The opportunity to develop your coaching and leadership skills
A supportive and passionate team setting
The chance to turn your passion for martial arts, sport or coaching into a career
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families every day
About Martial Arts Queensland
Martial Arts Queensland is committed to helping people of all ages develop confidence, discipline, fitness and practical self-defence skills in a welcoming, supportive and professional environment.
For us, martial arts is about much more than learning techniques.
We want our students - particularly our younger students - to develop skills and confidence that benefit them both inside and outside the academy.

📌 Martial Arts Coach / Children'S Sports Coach - Full-Time Or Part-Time (Queensland)
🏢 Martial Arts Queensland
📍 Queensland