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This coach’s training programme is delivered by the Head Coaches of Voodoo Combat Gym Macclesfield, who have a combination of 60 years’ experience in many arts, such as Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling (Grappling). To qualify for this course, you need to be participating in any combat sport.

Objectives: This Level 3 Combat Sports Instructor Training Programme course will give you the skills and knowledge to teach a combat sport at the highest level within the industry. You will be able to work in any combat sports club (depending on your style of sport) or even open your own martial arts club or venture. You can use this qualification to teach classes from 4 years old up to any age adult, or to deliver PT’s (Personal Training) within your art.

Prerequisites: It is essential to have at least two years’ experience within your chosen combat sport; Some experience of gym/fitness-based exercises including free weights is recommended but not essential; A Level 2 certificate in gym/fitness-based instruction is recommended but not essential; You should have good communication skills; You should hold a basic high school diploma or equivalent and you should have a basic understanding of the human body. You should be a minimum of 18 years old to undertake the responsibilities of this qualification and to obtain the required insurance.

Summative Assessment: You will need to complete a Scheme of Work based on a twelve-lesson structure and you will need to complete one lesson plan from your Scheme of Work. You will be asked to complete an on-site Risk assessment during one of the class-based lessons. You will be required to sit a 90-minute examination based on your manual (course materials).

Formative Assessment: You will need to complete 20 x one-hour physical learning/teaching sessions within your own Combat Club or at the Voodoo Combat Gym, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6DP (time to be agreed with your tutor). Access to one of our First Aid Courses is included within this package.

Guided learning hours: There is approximately 60-65 hours of learning for this programme, however, that may change depending on your own personal circumstances. If you need to revisit any of the classroom-based lessons, then please email your tutor, who can advise you of the next available courses.
There is approximately 20-25 hours required for the reading and understanding of the manual before you attend your first classroom-based lesson. There are
16 hours of face-to-face classroom-based lessons over two days (2 x 8-hr days).
There is 20 x one-hour physical learning/teaching sessions at your chosen Combat Club. There is a 4-hour First Aid for Combat Sports Course.

Course time: You have twelve months to complete this Combat Sports Instructor Training Programme, from the date you start (date of sign-up) until your date of completion and certification.

Entry requirements: Experience in Combat Sports: A minimum of 2 years of active training or competition in the sport you intend to coach (your current club may be asked for a reference). You have never been declared bankrupt or insolvent; You have not been convicted or charged with any non-motoring criminal offenses. If you have spent convictions, then please let us know so we can advise you if you will be able to obtain the relevant Instructors Insurance. You must be able to pass an Enhanced DBS check. You must be able to communicate effectively with a basic understanding of the English language including reading and writing.

Course Topics:

· Legal requirements – Instructor Insurance, DBS Checks, PARQ’s & Informed Consent.

· Policies & Procedure – Disciplinary, Privacy, Safeguarding, Social Media & Messaging Groups.

· Codes of Conduct – Members, Parents / Guardians / Carers & Staff.

· Health & Hygiene – Risk assessments, Environmental & Personal Hygiene.

· The Coach and Coaching

· Grading in Combat Sports

· Teaching Children from 4 years old

· Knowledge Transfer – Triune Brain Theory, VARK learning Styles, Combat Sports and the brain, Spaced Repetition, Congruent Communication & Rapport Building.

· Goals SMART / ER

· Differentiation and Inclusion

· Gender Differences in Combat Sports

· Lesson Planning – Scheme of Work, Lesson Plans

Our First Aid Course is designed for Coaches & Students from all sporting backgrounds, especially  full contact sports such as Boxing, Kickboxing, Grappling and other martial arts. But it is also suitable for the general public. The course covers the best course of action in many scenarios. We also include Defibrillator and CPR training.  

Our massage course teaches a range of topics, including:

Anatomy and physiology: How the body works, especially in relation to sports massage 

Massage techniques: How to apply fundamental and advanced massage techniques 

Client assessment: How to assess clients for massage treatments, including their needs and expectations 

Treatment planning: How to plan and evaluate treatments, including post-event and restorative massages 

Injury management: How to manage and rehabilitate injuries, including understanding which techniques to use for different injuries 

Professional practice: How to practice sports massage professionally, including ethics, insurance, and working with other healthcare professionals 

Soft tissue dysfunction: How to treat soft tissue dysfunction and common sports injuries 

Exercise and fitness: The principles of health, fitness, and exercise 

Client care: How to care for clients, including communication, client comfort, and reassurance 

The course consist of two full weekends (Saturday & Sunday's) at one of our locations as well as completing a student portfolio in your own time. 

Our street self-defense courses arm you with the up-to-date laws around defending yourself and with realistic techniques to help get you out of harms way. Our head self-defense instructor has hands-on experience of protecting clients, as well as many years as a Full-Contact Fight Coach.