Introduction of Boxing
When did boxing begin?
6 January 1681
Where did it begin?
Ancient Greece
What levels of boxing:
Level 1 - Beginning professional.
Governing bodies of boxing:
WBC- World boxing council
WBA- World boxing association
WBO- World boxing organisation
IBF- International boxing Federation
LO1- Know the skills, techniques and tactics required in individual sports.
Skills
Jab — a sudden punch.
Cross — a straight punch.
Techniques
Primary styles-There are four generally accepted boxing styles that are used to define
fighters. These are the swarmer, out-boxer, slugger, and boxer-puncher. Many boxers do not
always fit into these categories, and it's not uncommon for a fighter to change their style over
a period of time.
Defensive boxing tactics
This tactics are used to defend themselves from getting hit.
Sidestep — literally stepping to the side of the blow.
Snap back — rocking backwards to avoid the blow connecting.
Sway to one side — swaying from the hips to avoid the punch.
Block — stopping the punch with the forearm, shoulder, elbow or glove.
Duck down — duck out of the way of a punch.
Parry or deflect to one side — knock the punch aside.
Cover up — use the arms and gloves to best protect the head and body.
LO2- Know the rules and regulations of individuals sports
Rules:
1. You cannot hit below the belt, hold, trip, kick, headbutt, wrestle, bite, spit on or push
your opponent.
2. You cannot hit with your head, shoulder, forearm or elbow.