Primary - Boxing
Start Box Primary Schools Programme - Get Fit, Get Active, Get Boxing
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association and Cork Sports Partnership have teamed up to roll out a 4 week Start Box Programme for Cork Primary Schools in 2020. This pilot programme will run across a limited number of Cork Primary Schools from April 2020.
The aim of the programme is to provide 4th, 5th & 6th class primary school children the opportunity to participate in a fun based, non-contact, inclusive introductory boxing programme. The programme specifically targets those with little or no experience with a taste of boxing in a supportive and safe environment with a qualified Irish Athletic Boxing Association Regional Community Development Officer. In return for full commitment to the programme, each school will receive a 4-week programme of boxing sessions (60 minute per class)
This programme is heavily subsidised by Cork Sports Partnership & the Irish Athletic Boxing Association.
Start Box Programme - Bronze Level:
- Fun based, non-contact, inclusive introductory boxing programme
- Specifically targets those with little or no experience in boxing. Emphasis on participation – for all abilities
- 4 weeks non-contact, emphasis on keeping the class moving
- Certificate of completion
- Pathway to Silver / Gold / Showcase Programme
Steps involved in the Application Process |
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Step 1: School registers 4th, 5th & 6th classes to participate in the Primary Schools Boxing Programme by completing the programme registration form & retuning it to Cork Sports Partnership Step 2: Registration will be acknowledged by Cork Sports Partnership. Step 3: Successful schools will be contacted by Cork Sports Partnership to confirm acceptance on to the programme. Unsuccessful schools will be placed on a waiting list for future phases of the programme Step 4: Following receipt of payment, the Irish Athletic Boxing Association Regional Community Development Officer will contact the successful schools to arrange suitable training days on school grounds Step 5: The Regional Community Development Officer will deliver the 4 training sessions (60 mins each) as agreed in advance with school Step 6: The Regional Community Development Officer will provide a link to a local club for interested participants |
Download:
- Programme outline & registration form: CLICK HERE
Contact Details:
- For any questions or queries contact James by emailing jkirby@corksports or call 021-4347096