MMA Coordinator

The UFC Performance Institute (UFCPI) is the world’s first Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) multi-disciplinary research, innovation, and training center. The Coordinator - MMA will deliver MMA skills training, of all disciplines, to UFC Academy athletes in Mexico City, as well as contracted UFC fighters and world-class athletes from other sports.

Responsibilities

Facilitate MMA practices for all fight styles and disciplines; May be requested to specialize coaching activities in a particular area of MMA (e.g., striking, grappling, wrestling); Contribute to delivering a comprehensive MMA curriculum to UFC Performance Institute academy athletes, as well as other UFC fighters and athletes; Deliver individual and group-based coaching to world-class MMA fighters and athletes; Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to identify best practices for delivering MMA training sessions; Work with Mexican and other Latin American coaches and translators to ensure athletes are fully engaged and understanding of training principles, technical and tactical requirements, and expectations relating to performance standards; Hold pads for athletes and participate in technical drills with athletes of all sizes and backgrounds; As required, provide corner support to UFC Academy athletes in MMA competition; Oversee the delivery of clinics and seminars within the UFC Performance Institute, and travel to outside MMA gyms to deliver clinics and seminars as needed; Deliver an MMA curriculum to UFC Performance Institute academy class, as well as other UFC fighters and athletes; Work with non-UFC or Academy athletes in an appropriate capacity as required; Contribute to the development and delivery of UFCPI educational, certification, and learning materials; Contribute to additional tasks, projects, and responsibilities relating to the success and ongoing development of the UFCPI Mexico and the global UFCPI infrastructure.

Requirements

At least three years’ experience coaching mixed martial art with athletes that compete professionally in MMA or other combat sports; Experience in providing corner support in a combat sports or MMA competitions; Must be skilled in at least one mixed martial art, with a holistic knowledge of multiple martial arts; Ability to integrate individual martial arts into an overall MMA program; Experience working effectively with athletes and coaches; Must have familiarity with the sport of MMA, including official rules, network of athletes and coaches, reputable gyms, and the overall culture of the sport; Must have the ability to travel 10% of the time; Must have good communication skills.

Nice to have

Experience competing in professional fighting, combat sports, or having MMA experience; Bilingual Spanish and English speakers