KSS 1516 02: Boxing for Beginners < Youngstown State University

KSS 1516 - Boxing for Beginners

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 02, CRN 42001,
Credit hours: 2

Course Meeting Times

Instructor

John Metzinger

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Part-Time Faculty
Instructor Professional Qualifications: 14 years in and around the ring; Bachelors Degree Y.S.U.
Instructor Office Location: Beeghly Center, Room 307, 1 Tressel Way, Youngstown, OH 44555
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-3327

Private Instructor Information

Course Description

1516. Boxing for Beginners. This course consists of learning how to properly workout like a boxer. Students will be trained to use the proper equipment, and how to stand, move, punch, and train like a boxer preparing to competitively box. Students will NOT be actually boxing another competitor. 2 s.h.

Course Readings

Group	Title	Author	ISBN
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The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.

Course Learning Outcomes/Objectives/Goals

How to Succeed in This Course

Attendance Expectations

Late Work Submission Policy

Additional Course Expectations

Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

Assignments/Assessments

Grading and Grading Scale

University Policies

Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of	Proposed Topic	Due/To Prepare for Class
8/24	Introduction to the course
8/31	Wraps/Stance
9/7	Jab
9/14	Cross
9/21	Review
9/28	Midterm
10/5	Lead Hook
10/12	Rear Hook
11/2	Lead Uppercut
11/9	Rear Uppercut
12/7	Final

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.

KSS 1516 02: Boxing for Beginners