Strategic Partnerships

Partner Benefits

Joint certification pathways with global industry leaders — ACE, WBC, and VITALISLAB

Joint Certification

Co-Branded Certification Pathway

A unified system that combines CITYBOXING coaching expertise with partner accreditation

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Choose Your Track

Coach Track (Levels 1–3) or Mentor Track (Levels 4–5). Each track builds on the previous level with a 1-year minimum gap.

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Partner-Enhanced Curriculum

ACE CECs embedded in every Coach Track level. VITALISLAB lab equipment integrated into Level 3+. WBC audit ensures international standards.

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Assessment & Dual Credential

Pass CITYBOXING assessment + meet partner-specific criteria to earn co-branded certification with full partner recognition.

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Ongoing Partnership Benefits

Renew with continued teaching hours. Maintain access to partner networks, events, research briefings, and advanced toolkits.

Partner Programs

What Each Partner Brings

ACE Fitness

ACE Fitness

American Council on Exercise

Official Partner

Coach Certification Track

Earn CITYBOXING Coach Levels 1–3 with built-in ACE Continuing Education Credits

Level 1 – Fundamental Coach
1.2 CECs5 Days (40 Hours)
Level 2 – Performance Coach
1.5 CECs10 Days (80 Hours)
Level 3 – Elite Coach
1.5 CECs15 Days (120 Hours)
Full pathway earns 4.2 ACE CECs toward credential renewal

Exclusive Partner Benefits

ACE-certified coaches receive priority application review
CEC credits automatically reported to ACE within 30 days
Access to ACE-exclusive sports science workshops at reduced rates
Joint certificate: CITYBOXING + ACE co-branded credential
WBC

WBC

World Boxing Council

Official Partner

WBC Registered Coach Pathway

Complete Level 5 (Mentor L2) to become eligible for WBC Registered Coach status

Level 1–3 – Coach Track
FoundationCoach Development
Level 4 – Mentor L1
EducatorCoach of Coaches
Level 5 – Mentor L2
WBC EligibleCertification Architect
Level 5 graduates can apply for WBC Registered Coach badge and corner at sanctioned events

Exclusive Partner Benefits

WBC-recognized training base: official curriculum audit by WBC Education Committee
Fast-track WBC coach registration for Level 5 graduates
Invitation to WBC-sanctioned coaching seminars (annual)
Co-branded digital badge on CITYBOXING Coach Directory
VITALISLAB

VITALISLAB

VITALISLAB Performance Institute

Official Partner

Performance Science Track

Embedded biomechanics and AI-driven analytics in Level 3 and Level 4 curriculum

Level 3 – Elite Coach
Lab IntegratedAI Periodization Modules
Level 4 – Mentor L1
Research PartnerCo-Authored Methods
Access to VITALISLAB proprietary AI training algorithms and periodic template library

Exclusive Partner Benefits

Free VITALISLAB athlete assessment toolkit (Level 3+ graduates)
Quarterly research briefings from Stanford/MIT alumni team
Invitation to annual VITALISLAB Performance Summit
Priority beta access to new AI coaching tools
Maintenance

Renewal Requirements by Level

All certifications are valid for 3 years. Maintain your credential through continuous practice.

LevelAnnual RequirementValidityRenewal Process
Level 1 Coach
High-quality fundamental boxing instruction
100 hrs/year3 Years$150 + teaching log
Level 2 Coach
Performance-level coaching with periodization
200 hrs/year3 Years$150 + teaching log + technique update exam
Level 3 Coach
Elite athlete preparation + multi-disciplinary team leadership
300 hrs/year3 Years$150 + teaching log + 2-year plan review
Mentor L1
Provide professional team leadership proof + coach educator activity
Pro Team Lead3 Years$200 + portfolio + team proof
Mentor L2
Provide professional team leadership proof + system design project review
Pro Team Lead3 Years$250 + portfolio + peer review

Important Notes

  • Coach Track (Levels 1–3) requires annual teaching hour logs verified by gym owner or team director.
  • Mentor Track (Levels 4–5) requires official documentation of professional team leadership (minimum 1 season / 1 year).
  • A 1-year minimum gap between levels is mandatory. You may not test for the next level until 12 months after your previous certification date.
  • Grace period: 6 months after expiry for renewal without re-testing. Beyond 6 months, full re-certification is required.

Ready to Join a Global Network?

Apply now and choose your certification track. Your CITYBOXING credential opens doors with ACE, WBC, and VITALISLAB worldwide.