Part Time Contract Instructor Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

About the role

As a Part-Time Contract Instructor specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you will design and lead high-quality classes for all experience levels (with a warm welcome for beginners).

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver safe, progressive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for groups of 8–10 students, focusing on technique, leverage, and practical self-defense applications proven to work against larger opponents.
• Teach core BJJ fundamentals (guard retention, passing, mounts, side control, back control, submissions, and escapes) with an emphasis on real-world dynamics and street-applicable strategies.
• Foster a supportive, empowering, and non-intimidating environment that celebrates progress and builds lasting confidence, especially for beginners.
• Incorporate scenario-based rolling and simulator training to reinforce survival mindset, decision-making, and muscle memory under stress.
• Collect feedback and attendance data to continuously improve the program; collaborate on special events such as seminars and community safety workshops.
• Stay current with research-backed best practices in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction and self-defense applications.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with proven success helping students build confidence, technical proficiency, and practical self-defense skills.
• Strongly Preferred: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt (or equivalent high-level rank) and formal instructor certification (e.g., Gracie Combatives, Gracie Survival Tactics (GST), Rener Gracie programs, or recognized BJJ instructor credentials).
• Experience teaching co-ed classes is essential.

Qualifications

• Location: Based in Phoenix metro area.
• Deep passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense; background in trauma-informed instruction or coaching is highly valued.
• Exceptional communication, empathy, and motivational abilities; skilled at creating transformative, judgment-free learning experiences.
• Must pass background check.
• Must carry or obtain personal general liability insurance (minimum $1M per occurrence) with United Defense Tactical named as Additional Insured; proof required prior to starting.

Skills

• Strong teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule and prioritize evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques and self-defense applications.

Benefits

• Fully paid health insurance.
• Flexible contract with clear path to increased hours and full-time as enrollment expands.
• Full access to our advanced facility, including premium training mats, padded suits, and simulators for the most realistic BJJ scenario training available.
• Be part of a meaningful mission that directly improves lives and community safety — plus benefits like free membership and team support events.

Pay

$45.00 - $65.00 per hour

Schedule

Flexible part-time (2–4 classes, ~4–6 hours/week initially; scales with membership growth). Evenings and weekends prioritized.