A judo trainer must be an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about helping young people to reach their potential in sport. Judo trainers have to adapt training sessions to meet the requirements of mixed ability groups as well as a good working knowledge of the current IJF rules. They are committed to the success of the athletes and able to co-operate with student coaches in order to deliver a comprehensive judo programme.

Tasks:

1. Coaching and developing others - identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
2. Training and teaching others - identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
3. Getting information - observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
4. Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships - developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
5. Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work - developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
6. Performing physical activities.

Key skills for a judo trainer:

• Sociability
• Creativity
• Realistic thinking
• Inquisitiveness
• Efficiency
• Teaching skills

Average salary (2013):

The United Kingdom: £10,560 per year
The United States of America: $22,930 per year
Australia: AU$24,668 per year

Qualifications and training required:

Courses may include self-improvement, nonvocational, and nonacademic subjects. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution.