Karate Instructor

**About Us**:
Black Belt Institute is a **new and growing martial arts school**, building on over 40 years of experience from our flagship location. With our second school now open in Donwood Plaza, we’re building a powerful team that shares our vision: to help students become stronger, more confident, and more capable — in martial arts and in life.

We specialize in Karate and Kickboxing for **kids, teens, and adults**, and our teaching goes far beyond technique. We focus on personal development, leadership, discipline, and creating a positive, structured environment where students can thrive.

**The Role**:
This is a teaching role — but it’s also a leadership role. You’ll be responsible for creating powerful experiences both on and off the mats by:

- Leading structured, high-energy classes for **kids, teens, and adults**:

- Teaching striking technique, pad drills, sparring, kata, and fitness components
- Helping students progress through our belt system with structure and clarity
- **Engaging with parents regularly** about their child’s progress, goals, and development
- Supporting events like gradings, in-house tournaments, school visits, and demos
- Helping build a strong, consistent culture as our new location grows
- Taking initiative and being an active part of a team that leads with care and consistency

**What We’re Really Looking For**:
We’re looking for someone who leads with presence and cares with purpose.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-energy environment, enjoys working with people of all ages, and sees martial arts as more than just technique — but as a tool for personal transformation.

At our school, instructors don’t just run classes — they mentor students, support families, and help shape a culture that keeps people coming back.

**You’re a Great Fit If**:

- You have martial arts experience (karate, kickboxing, Muay Thai, tae kwon do, or related)
- You’re confident teaching **both kids and adults**:

- You’re skilled at creating structure while keeping energy high
- You’re comfortable having **meaningful conversations with parents**:

- You’re professional, adaptable, and growth-oriented
- Bonus: You have experience with **fitness kickboxing** or **group fitness**:

- You’re eager to **learn our systems** and **embody the values of our school**:

- You’re available evenings and Saturdays, with flexibility for events

**Qualifications**
- Proven experience in martial arts instruction with a strong understanding of various techniques.
- Ability to educate students effectively while promoting physical fitness and self-discipline.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
- Must be patient, enthusiastic, and committed to the personal growth of each student.

Join us in inspiring the next generation of martial artists while making a positive impact on their lives through discipline, respect, and physical fitness.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North York, ON M3A 2J8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Why do you feel you’d be a great fit to teach and lead at the Black Belt Institute?

Work Location: In person