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Boxing For Rugby Conditioning

Boxing for rugby conditioning is a one day course to train coaches in the use of non-contact, Olympic-style boxing skills tailored to meet the needs of rugby union players. Download the course brochure for the latest dates and venues (PDF190kB).

To view course videos and for further information on course content and equipment, open the Boxing For Rugby course notes (PDF 2MB) or see below.

Who is it for and Course Pre-requisites

Minimum age 18
Level 1 (or above) coach in strength and conditioning, rugby union, rugby league or boxing, or
PE teacher, or trainee PE teacher, or
UKSCA accredited, or
Qualified personal trainer, or
Sports physiotherapist
Other admissions will be at the discretion of the course organisers
The course is very practical and learning is by doing, so students must be physically fit. Students will be invited to participate in training drills that generate maximum heart rates. If in any doubt, students should seek their GP’s advice about their ability to participate in the course

Course Content

Equipment and facilities
Injury prevention (including warm-ups)
Stance, guard and footwork
Punching technique and pad work
Pad work - basic combinations
Effective use of other hitting equipment
Session planning The course is technically non-contact in boxing terms, but the syllabus does include elements of pushing, grapplinging and basic boxing defence, where such movements are relevant to rugby union.

Course Certificate

You must attend all course hours in order to gain a certificate
In addition to a signed certificate of attendance, students will receive a pair of hand wraps for their personal use, a printed copy of the course manual and a DVD of the course syllabus Course Duration
6 hours plus breaks

Course Dates

June 10, 2012
9.30am - 4.30pm, Harris Anglican Sports College
August 11, 2012
9.30am - 4.30pm, Filton College Bristol
August 18, 2012
9.30am - 4.30pm, Chester University Warrington
November 4, 2012
9.30am - 4.30pm, Leeds Metropolitan University

To Apply

Each course costs £65. Please click the following link and download the Carnegie Coach Education Application Form from the Leeds Met website and send with full payment to: Carnegie Coach Education, Leeds Metropolitan University, Carnegie Annex, Headingley Campus, Leeds, LS6 3QQ

If you have any further queries, please email: coacheducation@leedsmet.ac.uk