Boxing · Sparring · Decision-making

Technical sparring

Light, controlled sparring with a focus each round: jab only, body only, then open.

ABC
Start / 5
Time
12 min
Players
2–20
Age
U12+
Area
Ring or mat
Equipment
headgearglovesmouthguards

Setup

  1. Pairs matched by size and experience, full protective gear; a coach watching each pair.

How it runs

  1. Round one: jab only. Round two: body shots only. Round three: open, light contact.
  2. 2-minute rounds, 1 minute rest, change partners after each.
  3. Coach stops any pair that goes too hard.

Coaching points

  • Touch, don't hit: this is for timing and distance.
  • Keep moving and keep the guard up.
  • Work on one thing you've been practising.

Common mistakes

  • Escalating power.
  • Standing and trading.

Say it: “Touch, don't hit.”

Make it harder

  • Add a theme: counter only.
  • 3-minute rounds.

Make it easier

  • Jab-only round only.
  • One attacks, one defends.

Reviewed by the Sportdify coaching team.