Youth Boxing Coach (In-House and Offsite After-School Youth Programs

Location:

In-house at Osorio Training Center or offsite at assigned school location

Start Date:

August 2026

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

Mon-Fri, 3:00 PM-8:00 PM;
Typically 2-3 classes/week totaling to 8-16 hours per week to start with potential to increase hours

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Osorio Training Center is hiring Youth Boxing Coaches to teach in our Hayward gym and at nearby schools through our Youth Enrichment Program. You'll work with elementary, middle, and high school students, teaching boxing and self-defense, but more importantly building confidence and discipline. If you're a natural leader who connects with kids, we want to hear from you.

• Lead age-appropriate boxing classes tailored to a variety of skill levels
• Come prepared with a plan for each session. Class format is generally:
• 10-15 min
  - Stretching and activation
• 25-30 min
  - Lesson and practice
• 10-15 min
  - Circuit and cool-down
• Develop your own ideas for drills and activities catered to the group (e.g., incorporating other physical activities like climbing or martial arts when appropriate)
• Teach proper boxing techniques, safety protocols, and sportsmanship to youth participants
• Monitor and manage behavior to ensure a safe and respectful atmosphere
• Lead warm-up, drills, and conditioning activities to enhance athletic performance
• Guide students on goal setting, motivation, and personal development
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and staff to track progress and address concerns
• Maintain equipment, ensure cleanliness of the training area, and adhere to safety standards

• Prior experience working with children or youth in sports coaching/childcare settings is preferred
• At least one year experience in combat sports is desired
• Strong behavior management, student engagement, and instructional skills
• Demonstrated ability to motivate young learners and foster a positive learning environment

• Must have access to reliable transportation in order to travel to the various schools
• Able to pass a background check
• Able to begin onboarding right away (background checks can take ~1 month, so early starters are a plus)
• Must hold current USA Boxing Coach certification, or be willing to obtain it at your own cost prior to starting
• Opportunities for advancement

• Do you have experience with boxing or related sport?
• Are you available Monday-Friday 3pm to 8pm?

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Osorio Training Center we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.