For many professional grapplers, the hardest transition is not physical. It is professional.
You have invested years into training, competition and discipline. You have built knowledge that very few people possess. The next step is turning that experience into a financially sustainable career.
This role is designed for coaches who want:
You continue working in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling — inside a professional environment with real athletes, ambitious members and a serious coaching culture.
This is a Swiss employment role with a competitive salary and clear structure. Your income does not depend on fight results, short-term performance, or physical wear and tear.
Develop athletes and build a strong BJJ team. As part of IMPACT’s coaching group, you help shape training quality and long-term athlete pathways.
About IMPACT Martial Arts
IMPACT Martial Arts is a premium, multi-disciplinary martial arts organisation based in Switzerland. We combine a beginner-friendly atmosphere with professional coaching standards, structured curriculums and long-term athlete development.
IMPACT is setting a new benchmark for martial arts in Switzerland:
High standards, clear structure, strong culture — delivered consistently across programmes and locations.
Our programmes include:
- MMA
- Muay Thai
- Boxing
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
- Wrestling
- Kids & youth programmes
IMPACT provides the infrastructure strong coaches need:
- Premium facilities and professional equipment
- Structured curriculums and progression frameworks
- A seamless digital member experience (app-based training journey)
- Clear coaching standards across disciplines
- A strong, respectful team culture
- Long-term thinking and professional operations
This environment allows coaches to lead effectively, develop hobbyists over time, and contribute to building a high-performance fight team within a stable system.
YOUR ROLE
- Maintain coaching standards across classes and programmes
- Coach beginners, advanced hobby athletes and competitive fighters alike
- Work closely with Head coach and other coaches
Candidate profile
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
- High-level BJJ black belts or elite competitors; Experienced grappling coaches; Individuals who can lead groups with calm authority.
- Documented professional fight experience
- Proven coaching experience in a serious training environment
- Strong communication skills on the mat
- High reliability and consistency
- Only open to EU/EFTA citizens, or individuals who can independently obtain a legal work permit in Switzerland
- Please note: we are unable to sponsor or arrange work permits
- German: an advantage
- English: required