Salary guide
Judo Instructor
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £35,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
SportsCoaching
- Judo is an Olympic sport with a strong UK following
Other names this job is known by
- Martial Arts Instructor
- Judo Coach
Key responsibilities
- Teach judo techniques and principles
- Plan and deliver training sessions
- Assess and grade students
- Organise competitions and events
- Ensure safety and discipline
- Maintain equipment
- Promote judo in the community
- Stay updated on coaching methods
Skills and qualifications required
- Judo black belt (Dan grade)
- UKCC Level 2 or 3 coaching qualification
- DBS check
- First aid certification
- Experience in teaching or coaching
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Instructor
- Head Coach
- Club Manager
- National Coach
How to get the job
- Achieve a high judo grade
- Complete coaching qualifications
- Gain experience teaching
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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