Coach Karate

About the role

A Karate Coach role responsible for designing and delivering training programs across all levels, from beginners and children to competition-level athletes. The coach will lead training sessions covering fundamental techniques, forms, and sparring, while ensuring participant safety and development.

Key responsibilities

• Design daily, weekly, and monthly training programs tailored to age groups and belt levels
• Lead training sessions covering physical conditioning, fundamental techniques (Kihon), forms (Kata), and sparring (Kumite)
• Support students in preparation for belt promotion exams (UKT) and competitions/tournaments
• Ensure all training activities are conducted safely with attention to safety rules and injury prevention
• Regularly evaluate and monitor the physical and technical progress of participants

About you

• Minimum Black Belt (DAN 1/DAN 2) certification from an official Karate school registered with FORKI (such as INKAI, KSHI, BKC)
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience coaching karate for beginners, children, or competition/athlete preparation
• Mastery of fundamental techniques (Kihon), forms (Kata), and sparring (Kumite), and knowledge of current WKF/FORKI competition rules
• Strong communication skills, patience, and ability to communicate effectively, especially when teaching children
• Leadership qualities, high discipline, firmness, and integrity
• Proficiency in first aid for sports injuries
• Regional/National Coach Certification from FORKI is preferred