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Armed Services YMCA of The U S A

Martial Arts Assistant at Armed Services YMCA of The U S A Harker Heights, TX

Armed Services YMCA of The U S A, Harker Heights, Texas, United States, 76548

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SUMMARY Instructs group classes weekly in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs. Attend all ASYMCA training meetings, special events and staff meetings as requested. Must uphold and promote the ASYMCA mission by demonstrating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads energizing, fun, safe and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the ASYMCA mission and goals.

Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well‑being.

Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.

Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participantsconnect with each other and the ASYMCA.

Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants' capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.

Celebrate achievements of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well‑being.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Arrives with time to set-up before start of class

Teaching martial arts techniques to students of various ages and skill levels

Monitoring student progress and adjusting teaching methods as needed

Ensuring a safe and clean training environment

Providing feedback and guidance to students to improve students skills

Organizing martial arts demonstrations and competitions

Keeping up‑to‑date with the latest martial arts techniques and teaching methods

their skills

Promoting confidence through discipline, respect, and situational awareness

Adjusts program to meet needs of participants in each class

Returns all equipment back in proper storage location.

Sweeps studio/exercise area after completion of class

Reports accurate class attendance counts

Reports any damaged equipment to the Wellness Director

Checks email regularly for updates from the Wellness Director

Follows ASYMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations

Performs other duties as assigned

MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS

Current Certification of any form of Martial Arts

First aid/CPR Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to conduct classes and activities.

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a Wellness Center. The position will interact with children and adults on a daily basis.

TRAVEL 10% Travel Time is expected. May need to travel from one ASYMCA facility to another to instruct or substitute classes.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Proven experience as a Martial Arts Instructor or a similar role.

Must have current certification in area of expertise.

A high level of proficiency in at least one martial art form.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex movements and techniques.

Patience and the ability to work with students of different ages and skill levels.

Physical fitness and the ability to demonstrate techniques.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience teaching any form of Martial Arts to youth and adults.

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.

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