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Premier Martial Arts

Martial Arts Instructor

Okemos, MI · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Owner If you are interested in working for a martial arts company dedicated to your growth and success, all while being able to impact your community, look no further! Premier Martial Arts has the ...

ymcadetroit

Martial Arts Instructor

Milford, MI

$31K - $42K/yr

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community ... Responsible for the instruction of Martial Arts classes for Children and Adults of all ages.

ymcadetroit

Martial Arts Instructor

Milford, MI

$31K - $42K/yr

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community ... Responsible for the instruction of Martial Arts classes for Children and Adults of all ages.

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Community Engagement Organizer

Dearborn, MI

Identify opportunities to collaborate with community partners in order to help enrich the arts in local communities. * Provide strategic opportunities to increase access to the organization for ...

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How much do community arts jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for community arts in Michigan is $49,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $53,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Arts vs Community Arts Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Arts
Role FocusEngaging communities through artistic projects and programs
Typical ResponsibilitiesDeveloping arts programs, facilitating workshops, community outreach
Required CredentialsOften a degree in arts, community development, or related fields; experience in arts programming
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, arts organizations, non-profits

The Community Arts role is centered on creating and implementing arts initiatives that engage communities. In contrast, a Community Arts Coordinator typically manages and coordinates these programs, ensuring smooth operation and community engagement. While both roles require similar credentials and work environments, the Coordinator focuses more on administration and logistics, whereas Community Arts professionals focus on program development and community interaction.

What is community arts?

Community arts refers to creative activities and projects that are designed to engage and benefit a specific community. These projects often involve collaboration between artists and community members to address local issues, celebrate culture, or foster social change. Community arts can include visual arts, music, theater, dance, and more, and often focus on participation, inclusion, and empowerment rather than just the final artistic product.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community arts coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Arts Coordinator, you need a background in arts administration, event planning, and community engagement, often supported by a degree in arts management or a related field. Familiarity with budgeting software, grant writing tools, and digital marketing platforms is typically required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills help build partnerships and foster community participation. These skills are vital for successfully managing arts programs that enrich communities and encourage creative collaboration.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in community arts, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Community Arts often encounter challenges such as limited funding, balancing diverse community needs, and fostering inclusive participation. Addressing these issues typically involves building strong partnerships with local organizations, actively seeking grants and alternative funding sources, and designing accessible programs that welcome participants from varied backgrounds. Open communication and adaptability are key, as is regularly evaluating and adjusting initiatives to ensure they remain relevant and engaging to the community.
What cities in Michigan are hiring for Community Arts jobs? Cities in Michigan with the most Community Arts job openings:
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Infographic showing various Community Arts job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,183 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Martial Arts Instructor

Premier Martial Arts

Okemos, MI • On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Premier Martial Arts has been in business for more than 20 years, and since our founding in 1998 we have helped thousands of students of all ages realize their full potential. Premier Martial Arts delivers a best-in-class martial arts experience that helps our students develop the personal skills that are necessary to build a successful life. Our mastery of teaching martial arts over the past two decades is evident in our structured and thorough curriculum, which is standardized across our 100+ locations across the United States, Canada and England.
Our curriculum focuses on character development far beyond the importance of self-defense. We teach our young students how to respect their elders, how to be accountable, how to focus and how to stay in shape in a fun and exciting atmosphere. We empower our adult students with the self-confidence to overcome anxieties and trauma, in an environment that fosters inclusion and social belonging.
Job Summary:
The head instructor at a Premier Martial Arts location is someone who is passionate about changing lives through day-to-day martial arts instruction. An outgoing and leadership-driven personality is a must. A person who can not only teach but more importantly inspire others to be the best version of themselves is required. A PMA instructor utilizes the tools given to them to impact as many people as possible, is always a student and never lets their ego get the best of them. A learning attitude is key to the success of this position.
Responsibilities:
  • Providing A+ Quality of Class Instruction:
  • Instruction of 5-7 High Energy, Benefit Driven, and "educating" classes daily
  • Customer Relations with the students and parents
  • Curriculum Testing of Students
  • Marketing
  • Appointment Setting
  • Events- Birthday Parties, Parent's Night Out

Qualifications:
  • Prior Martial Arts Experience
  • Black Belt Certificate not mandatory but a plus
  • Organized-Self Starter
  • Service First Mentality

Benefits/Perks:
  • Health Insurance
  • Continuing education and opportunities

Premier Martial Arts Ranking: We provide hands-on martial arts training to both black belts and color belts
  • Karate
  • Sport Karate
  • Tae-Kwon-Do
  • Kali
  • Submission Grappling

1st-3rd Krav Maga Specific Ranks Available
  • Sport-Weapons- Bo Staff, Nunchucks, Escrima Stick, Kamas, Sword, Double Nunchuks

Quarterly Live Events Held Across The Nation:
  • Curriculum Colleges
  • Certified Instructor Training Courses
  • Annual Awards Dinner
  • Annual Conference with Outside Guest Speakers

Premier Martial Arts Tournament Circuit for Students and Instructors
Upward Mobility Available:
  • Manager
  • Multi-Unit Manager
  • Regional Manager
  • Owner

If you are interested in working for a martial arts company dedicated to your growth and success, all while being able to impact your community, look no further!
Premier Martial Arts has the vision, the tools, and infrastructure to support your martial arts professional dreams!
Compensation: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Premier Martial Arts, where your passion for martial arts meets business success!
At Premier Martial Arts we feel that it's time for martial arts instructors to have a real opportunity to grow in the martial arts industry as a true professional.
WHAT IS PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS?
With more than 100+ locations across the U.S., Premier Martial Arts empowers thousands of students of all ages on a daily basis. While our approach to martial arts focuses on a combination of techniques found in these effective disciplines: Krav Maga, Kickboxing, Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Jiu-Jitsu, and Kali, Premier Martial Arts goes above and beyond the punching and kicking by focusing on self-improvement.
Our students learn concepts and receive coaching in concentration, goal setting, self-discipline, and confidence that help to keep them on track in life. Our students get to have their personal trainer and success coach all in one.
You see, as martial arts instructors, we have a unique ability to help our youth students during such an influential time of their lives. This means we must take great pride in our education to maximize our potential as educators, communicators, instructors, and community leaders. As for our adult members, we must expand our knowledge in real-world self-defense and fitness to lead them to a more fulfilled and fearless life.
If you are interested in working for a martial arts company dedicated to your growth and success, all while being able to impact your community, look no further!
Premier Martial Arts has the vision, the tools, and infrastructure to support your martial arts professional dreams!
START YOUR CAREER WITH PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS TODAY!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Premier Martial Arts Corporate.

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