Become An Instructor

If you are interested in becoming a certified instructor, the best place to start is through your instructor.  Just like the AMAA relies on our relationships with the licensed school and club owners to help hundreds of people learn Sanshinkai Karate, instructors are equally as important in this vital circle of relationships.

In many martial arts styles, the assumption traditionally has been that once students earn their black belts they are ready to teach other students. But the AMAA does not believe that simply being able to do something well qualifies a person to teach. The AMAA has developed a rigorous instructor training program to insure that all of your instructors are professionally skilled teachers.

Some of the Personal Benefits dedicated instructors receive from their hard work and effort include:

• Developing Leadership Skills
• Improving Their Martial Arts Skills
• Learning Instructional Techniques
• Valuable Life Skills Training
• Sharpening Their Thinking Skills

Before becoming certified, black belts spend 2-3 years as instructor trainees, during which time they are required to teach a minimum of 300 hours under the supervision of a senior instructor. They are also required to earn their CPR and Youth Protection certification.

Remember to visit with your instructor and let them know you want a future with the AMAA!