The British Shuai Jiao Union (BSJU), in partnership with the European Shuai Jiao Union (ESJU), and the World Shuai Jiao Federation (WSJF), have developed a programme for Shuai Jiao Coaches (Instructors). Delivered online and face-to-face, the Coaching Standards should be completed within the first six month of membership (and repeated annually as a condition of membership); and five (5) levels are designed to be completed in a minimum of three (3) years and a maxiumum of six (6) years.

Research has recognised the importance of sports coaching at all levels. The BSJU is at the forefront of martial arts coaching strategy, theory and practice, with a focus on fitness, skills development, mental heath and wellbeing at the participatory level, through to performance excellence and Team GB selection, at the elite level. UK Coaching has established and set a minimum standard for martial arts coaches in the UK with which the BSJU coaching standards align.

Coaches who are seeking recognition, as part of their professional development, can benefit from the governing body endorsed coaching qualifications.