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On a mission to make adaptive boxing a Paralympic sport

The United Adaptive Boxing Council is the reputable governing body for adaptive boxing in the U.S., ensuring adaptive athlete safety by strictly following UABC Ability Classification, weight regulations, medical criteria, and guidelines mandated by USA Boxing. Our platform is dedicated to providing comprehensive information about adaptive boxing, encompassing rules, equipment specifications, sanctioned events, and significant milestones.​

​U.A.B.C Rules & Standards

 UABC ensures safety of all adaptive athletes by following the UABC ability classification, weight classification, and accessory requirements established by the organization. Additionally, UABC follows medical requirements and standards set by the USA Boxing Rulebook & Guidelines for our Amateur adaptive boxing matchups

​Our sparring and competitive rounds are 3 to 4 two minute rounds with a 1 minute rest break between rounds

​Learn more about UABC requirements by scrolling down this page & USA Boxing Rules and Regulations by clicking below

​CLICK HERE!

Adaptive Weight Classification

All Adaptive Divisions Male & Female
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Heavyweight 175lb-200lbs +
Middleweight 140-174lbs
​Lightweight 110lb-139lbs

Adaptive Divisions ( Wheelchair users)

(Eligible fighters must be evenly matched by way of scaled score including following factors:  weight classification, ability level and skill level) *Skill based on number of sparring/bouts

​Division A (Good Trunk Control & Mobility without loss of balance. Full use of upper extremities)
  • Elite Mobile**
  • Elite Locked in **
  • Advanced
  • Intermediate 1, 2, 3 (Developmental)
  • Beginner

Division B (Impairment that impacts trunk/balance and/or 1 upper extremity)
  • Elite Mobile**
  • Elite Locked in**
  • Advanced
  • Intermediate 1,2,3 (Developmental)
  • Beginner 

Division C (Impairment that impacts trunk and/or upper extremities/reaction timing/coordination) *
  • Intermediate 1,2,3
  • Beginner
*Division C may not participate in the Advanced or Elite level competition but can participate in exhibitions and sparring
**Competition level

Advancement of levels within category is determined by
  1. Number of sparring bouts
  2. Skill level
  3. Coaches discretion
  4. Weight classification
  5. Medical clearance

Adaptive Boxing Equipment Requirements

​16 0z Gloves (Mandatory)
Handwraps (Mandatory)
Head Gear (Mandatory)
Mouthguard (Mandatory)
Chest Protector (Optional)
Wheelchair Stabilizer (Mandatory)
Belt Stabilizer (Mandatory)
​Adaptive boxers must be listed as an "ACTIVE" Boxer to compete in competition/demonstration/exhibition matches
Adaptive Boxers listed as "INACTIVE" will only be allowed to train during clinics including light sparring, but will not be able to compete

Upcoming Events​

September 12th, 2025: DPI Adaptive Boxing Showcase (UABC Inaugural Title Matchups)

Latest News

  •  January 2025-UABC is officially formed to be a leader for governing adaptive boxing competitively in the US and work towards safe standards to advance the sport of adaptive boxing for Paralympic recognition
  • March 2025-UABC has launched the Inaugural Adaptive Boxing US Titles in the following weight classes
    • Men's
      • Heavyweight
      • Middleweight (Will be contested in September 2025)
      • Lightweight
    • Women's
      • Heavyweight
      • Middleweight
      • Lightweight 
  • Check out this ​article on Adaptive Boxing from the Patch.com

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