Sōsai
Owner of the organization. Leads the vision, philosophy, standards, legacy and direction of Striking 101.
CAREERS · HOUSE OF CHAMPIONS
TRAIN. LEAD.
BUILD YOUR FUTURE.
Explore our instructional and operations paths.
We want to develop future leaders from within our community and welcome people whose skills can help our academies grow. Teaching, member service and business leadership all contribute to the House of Champions.
TEACH · MENTOR · LEAD
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP.
From assisting your first class to leading an academy, progress is built through knowledge, teaching ability, character, martial arts skill and student development.
Sensei
Master instructor and academy leadership. Oversees curriculum, culture, leadership development and academy excellence.
Deshi / Professor
Senior head instructor. Develops instructors, oversees programs or locations and maintains training standards.
Joshu
Head instructor. Runs classes independently, mentors Coaches and Senpais and maintains class structure.
Senpai
Senior instructor. Leads portions of class, assists academy operations and sets an example for students.
Coach / Kōhai
Assistant instructor. Supports classes, helps students and develops teaching and leadership skills.
ORGANIZE · SUPPORT · GROW
OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP.
Build a career supporting the people, programs and systems that keep our academies moving forward.
General Manager
Oversees staff, performance, systems and the overall success of the academy.
Operations Manager
Manages daily operations, scheduling, communication and the member experience.
Program Director
Develops and manages children’s, adult, competition and special programs.
Facility Director
Maintains cleanliness, safety, equipment and the academy’s professional appearance.
Front Desk Director
Leads check-ins, customer service, memberships and first impressions.
Social Media Director
Manages content, online presence, marketing and community engagement.
Apparel Director
Manages uniforms, merchandise, branded items, inventory and apparel sales.
Human Resources Director
Handles hiring, onboarding, staff support, accountability and team culture.
INVESTING IN OUR PEOPLE
PLANNED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.
As we grow, we plan to introduce medical coverage, dental coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees. These benefits are being developed; availability, eligibility and plan details will be confirmed for each position as programs are implemented.
Careers are built on knowledge, teaching ability, leadership, character, loyalty, discipline, reliability, martial arts skill, student development and academy contribution.
GROW WITH STRIKING 101.
Interested in an instructional or operations path? Email your preferred academy, role of interest and a brief introduction with your experience. Our team can discuss opportunities and the next steps as positions become available.
This page describes our career structure and planned opportunities. Contact the academy to confirm current openings; leadership titles reflect earned responsibilities.