Building
Coaches.
Creating
Champions.

 

The Gold Standard in Training.

The ONLY coaching certification endorsed by WAKO USA / USA Kickboxing.

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About US

Building Better Coaches. Creating Winning Athletes.

Combat Sports Education exists for one reason: to raise the standard of coaching in combat sports. We believe better coaching produces better athletes, safer training rooms, and more wins on the mats and in the ring. Every certification we offer is grounded in proven systems and endorsed by WAKO USA / USA Kickboxing — the official governing body for kickboxing in the United States.

David Bybee – Founder & Head Coach

3 time world champion, David Bybee, has spent decades in combat sports as both a competitor and coach. He has trained athletes from grassroots beginners to national-level fighters, always with a focus on clear systems, safe practices, and measurable results. Recognized for his ability to translate high-level strategy into practical drills, David built Combat Sports Education to fill a critical gap in the sport: structured, credible training for coaches.

CERTIFICATIONS

What You Will Learn

We don’t just train coaches. We build winning systems. Every certification is designed to help you run better practices, develop stronger athletes, and produce results that matter.

Bronze Coach - Ring Certification

  • 98 lessons
  • 23 hours

Bronze Coach – Ring is an entry-level certification designed for coaches in ring-based combat sports and endorsed by WAKO USA. This course covers the essentials of corner responsibilities, fight safety, basic strategy, and ethical coaching.

Silver Coach
Certification

  • 70 lessons
  • 18 hours

Build champions, not just classes. The Silver Coach certification gives you advanced tools in program design, athlete development, sport psychology, and performance coaching — everything you need to take fighters from local success to national podiums.

Gold Coach
Certification

  • Coming Soon - Register Interest

The gold-level certification program is designed for kickboxing instructors and coaches who prepare athletes to compete in international or world-class competitions, such as the International Kickboxing Tournament or the Olympics.

Training Curriculum

Our curriculum is built to grow with you. Each month, new lessons, drills, and resources are added — from K1 kickboxing mastery and athlete development to BJJ skills, coaching strategies, and business growth. With constantly updated content, you’ll stay ahead of the game, keep your coaching fresh, and continue building athletes who win.