Learn the "Sweet Science" of boxing from the President of the Virginia Association of USA Boxing, Robert "Machine" Matney.
This 2 day seminar will prepare the coaches of the Tidewater area Mixed Martial Arts scene for certification as a Level 1 USA Boxing Coach.
USAB is the national governing body (NGB) for Olympic Style Boxing and member of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC).
Seminar Information
Day 1: Intensive Amateur Boxing Introduction
Virginia Association of USAB introduction
Rules and regulations
Safety, best practices
Insurance program
Event administration and matchmaking
Officiating and scoring basics
Competition basics i.e. club event vs tournament
Road to the Olympics and All Navy Boxing Team
Club registration and development
Day 2: Testing and Hands On
USAB Level 1 Coaching Certification Test
Handwrapping 101
Focus Mitts, 1 on 1 and group types of training
The Boxing Ring, more than just ropes in a square
Sparring - safety, preparation, execution and demonstration
Fee: Cash or money order, no personal checks
$100 covers instruction, testing, USAB Level 1 certification, USAB coaching registration and USOC required background check.
Registration and certification is required for USAB competition coaching eligibility.
Items to bring: Paper/Pen/Highlighter, download the USA Boxing rulebook from www.usaboxing.org.
Robert Matney
Owner Seven Cities Boxing Club of Virginia Beach
Level 3 USAB International Coach
President Virginia Association of USA Boxing LBC No.12
Coordinator USAB East Central Region No.2
USAB National Grassroots Chairman
Alternate Delegate Washington D.C. Golden Gloves Franchise
Representative Virginia and North Carolina Golden Gloves
Head coach for national USAB and Golden Gloves teams
Team manager for National USAB Elite Team
Produced many state and regional champions and nationally ranked athletes
Official boxing trainer for Naval Special Warfare Development Group (SEAL teams)
