What your school fee’s cover

Running a martial arts school involves far more than just teaching classes. A martial arts instructor often wears multiple hats—teacher, business owner, manager, and community leader.

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✅ 1. Teaching & Training Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classes for all age groups and skill levels.

• Demonstrate techniques clearly and safely.

• Adapt teaching methods for beginners, advanced students, and mixed classes.

• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.

• Maintain personal skills and fitness through ongoing training.

• Prepare students for gradings/belt promotions.

• Teach etiquette, discipline, and values alongside physical skills.

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✅ 2. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe training environment (mats, flooring, spacing).

• First aid knowledge and maintain a stocked first aid kit.

• Risk assessments for classes and events.

• Adhere to safeguarding policies, especially for children.

• Insurance (public liability, professional indemnity).

• Compliance with governing body requirements (e.g., TAGB, BTC).

• Maintain health and safety certifications.

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✅ 3. Student Development

• Mentor students in confidence, respect, and personal growth.

• Prepare students for tournaments, competitions, and demonstrations.

• Offer extra help for struggling students.

• Create structured curriculum and syllabus.

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✅ 4. Administration & Paperwork

• Manage student records (attendance, grading, contact details).

• Handle memberships and renewals.

• Collect tuition fees and manage billing.

• Register students with governing bodies.

• Organize gradings (paperwork, certificates, belts).

• Maintain licenses for instructor and students.

• Organize seminars and workshops.

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✅ 5. Marketing & Promotion

• Advertise classes (social media, flyers, website, Google ads).

• Create and maintain website.

• Engage on social media (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).

• Design promotional material (banners, posters, digital ads).

• Run open days, taster sessions, and demos.

• Reputation management (reviews, community engagement).

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✅ 6. Financial Management

• Budgeting and forecasting.

• Track income and expenses.

• Pay rent and bills for the dojang.

• Purchase and maintain equipment.

• Pay for insurance and licensing fees.

• Handle instructor wages (if staff are hired).

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✅ 7. Facility Management

• Keep the dojang clean and organized.

• Inspect and maintain equipment (pads, mats, uniforms).

• Ensure heating, lighting, and ventilation are safe and functional.

• Handle venue bookings (if renting halls).

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✅ 8. Customer Service & Communication

• Answer inquiries (phone, email, social media).

• Welcome new students and guide them through sign-up.

• Handle complaints or issues professionally.

• Build relationships with students and parents.

• Send regular updates (newsletters, WhatsApp groups, etc.).

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✅ 9. Events & Community Building

• Organize tournaments, seminars, and demonstrations.

• Plan social events to build community.

• Charity work or local community engagement.

• Represent school at martial arts events.

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✅ 10. Continuous Development

• Attend instructor courses and refresher training.

• Stay updated on rules and techniques from the governing body.

• Develop leadership and business skills.

• Learn new teaching methods for better student engagement.

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✅ 11. Leadership & Team Management

• Hire and train assistant instructors.

• Delegate tasks effectively.

• Create a positive culture in the school.

• Motivate students and staff.

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In short:

A martial arts instructor is teacher, coach, administrator, marketer, accountant, safety officer, event organizer, and leader all in one.