Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Instructor / Program Lead

Pride Muay Thai – Richmond, BC

Pride Muay Thai is seeking an experienced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor to help establish and grow a BJJ program at our gym in Richmond, BC. This is a flexible opportunity with multiple possible arrangements depending on the right fit.

We are open to:

Hiring an employee instructor

Subletting our upstairs space to a BJJ coach or team to run their own program

Partnering with an existing BJJ program looking for a Muay Thai collaboration

About Us

Pride Muay Thai is a well-established gym with a strong community, active competition team, and structured class schedule. We are looking to expand into BJJ with the right person or team who values professionalism, quality instruction, and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

Teach Gi and No-Gi BJJ classes

Create a structured and beginner-friendly curriculum

Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive training environment

Assist with student retention and program growth

Coordinate schedules and communicate professionally with gym management

Requirements

Proven experience teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)

Recognized rank (brown or black belt preferred, but strong instructors at other ranks will be considered)

Strong communication and leadership skills

Professional, reliable, and community-oriented

Ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule

Compensation & Structure (Flexible)

We are open to discussing one of the following models:

Option 1: Employee / Contractor (Per Class Pay)

$50–$80 per class, depending on experience and class size

2–5 classes per week to start

Ideal for instructors who want steady teaching without running the business side

Option 2: Revenue Share

60–70% of BJJ membership revenue to the instructor/program

Gym provides space, utilities, scheduling, and cross-promotion

Ideal for instructors looking to grow a program without full overhead

Option 3: Sublease / Program Operator

Monthly sublease for upstairs mat space (rate negotiable)

Full control over branding, pricing, and curriculum

Ideal for an established BJJ coach or team

Option 4: Gym Partnership

Partnership with an existing BJJ program looking to expand

Shared marketing and cross-training opportunities with Muay Thai

Terms to be discussed based on scope and vision

Schedule

Flexible

Evening and weekend availability preferred

How to Apply

Please apply with:

A brief introduction

Your BJJ background and teaching experience

Preferred compensation structure

Availability

We're looking for the right fit, not just a fill-in instructor. Long-term growth and mutual respect are important to us.

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Freelance

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $30.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you a Brown belt or black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Location:

• Richmond, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In person