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Box Therapy Training
Integrate non-contact boxing into your therapeutic practice
Box Therapy training equips mental health practitioners to use non-contact boxing as part of their therapeutic practice, creating opportunities to engage young people through movement, relationship and community.
The two-day training offers practical, hands-on experience teaching boxing basics and how they can be applied to therapeutic practice. The two days are experiential, so get prepared to get stuck in.
No boxing experience needed.
Who is the training for?
Box Therapy training is for qualified mental health practitioners working therapeutically with young people, including counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists and other relevant professionals.
It doesn't replace the way you already work. It expands it.
To find out more or register your interest, please email [email protected]
What practitioners say
"The training has really shaken up my approach to engaging young people." Anne, Arts Psychotherapist
"When you think about therapy and boxing it makes so much sense. And then you see it in action… and you're hooked." Lucy, Psychologist
Support after training
Graduates receive access to the Box Therapy Community of Practice, where they can continue learning, share ideas and access resources.
Support includes:
- Refresher practical delivery training
- Personalised remote support, helping with obstacles
- Online workshops
- Visits from Empire staff
- Building relationships with local boxing clubs
- Data collection and reporting guidance
Next training
28th and 29th October 2026
Be Inspired, Croydon Boxing Club, SW16 3LX
Wednesday: 10am–5pm
Thursday: 9am–2pm
Cost: £200
This includes both training days and one year's access to the Box Therapy Community of Practice.
To find out more or register your interest, please email [email protected]
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any boxing experience?
No. You'll learn all the boxing skills you need in a safe, supportive environment.
Can I use Box Therapy with adults?
Yes. While the model has been developed through work with young people, many of the principles can be adapted for adults.
Do I need access to a boxing gym?
No. Sessions can be delivered in schools, community centres, youth clubs and other suitable spaces using portable equipment.
Is there any contact or sparring?
No. Box Therapy uses non-contact boxing only.
What therapeutic approaches does it work with?
Box Therapy is an approach rather than a therapeutic modality. It complements person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, systemic, trauma-informed, IFS, ACT and integrative approaches.
What support is available after training?
Graduates receive access to the Community of Practice, where they can continue learning, share ideas and access resources.
To find out more or register your interest, please email [email protected]