Our Work

The ARP protects athletes worldwide by advocating for best practices in combat sports safety and by providing ongoing medical education to the broader boxing and mixed martial arts communities.

OUR WORK

The ARP protects athletes worldwide by advocating for best practices in combat sports safety and by providing ongoing medical education to the broader boxing and mixed martial arts communities.

News

RINGSIDE BASICS ON DEMAND

Sign up for our on-demand, CME-granting course in the fundamentals of ringside medicine.

2025 CONFERENCE IN LAS VEGAS

Save the date for our 2025 conference, September 26th to 28th in Las Vegas, NV.

REVIEW ROUNDS

Join our panel of experts as we discuss recent events and trending issues in combat sports.

NEWS

RINGSIDE BASICS ON DEMAND

Sign up for our on-demand, CME-granting course in the fundamentals of ringside medicine.

2025 CONFERENCE IN LAS VEGAS

Save the date for our 2025 conference, September 26th to 28th in Las Vegas, NV.

REVIEW ROUNDS

Join our panel of experts as we discuss recent events and trending issues in combat sports.

Certified Ringside Physicians

There are over 100 certified Ringside Physicians worldwide. Click the link below to find a complete list of current certificate holding physicians organized by location.

Resources for Fighters

We are proud to partner with The Fighting Foundation, a nonprofit that provides resources and educations to combats sports athletes.

Fight Story

Fight Story is a nonprofit founded by retired MMA fighter Angela Lee Pucci to “inspire, heal, and unite through the stories, struggles and triumphs of fighters from all walks of life.” It’s a safe space for athletes to share their journeys in support of fighter mental health. The ARP is proud to partner with Fight Story as part of our commitment to mental health in combat sports.

Why Join Us

Members enjoy discounted conference registration and access to members-only resources including The Journal of Combat Sports Medicine, videos of past conferences, and our physician directory.

WHY JOIN US

Members enjoy discounted conference registration and access to members-only resources including The Journal of Combat Sports Medicine, videos of past conferences, and our physician directory.

FIGHT STORY

Fight Story is a nonprofit founded by retired MMA fighter Angela Lee Pucci to “inspire, heal, and unite through the stories, struggles and triumphs of fighters from all walks of life.” It’s a safe space for athletes to share their journeys in support of fighter mental health. The ARP is proud to partner with Fight Story as part of our commitment to mental health in combat sports.

CERTIFIED RINGSIDE PHYSICIANS

There are over 100 certified Ringside Physicians worldwide. Click the link below to find a complete list of current certificate holding physicians organized by location.

Membership

Certification

Resources

For Members

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

ARP Memberships are valid for one year. Click the link below to renew your membership.

RECERTIFICATION

Recertification is required every 3 years. There is no fee if handled before expiration.

GET A RINGSIDE BADGE

ARP/ACSM Certified Ringside Physicians can now purchase Certification Badges.

FOR MEMBERS

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

ARP Memberships are valid for one year. Click the link below to renew your membership.

RECERTIFICATION

Re-certification is required every 3 years. There is no fee if handled before expiration.

GET A RINGSIDE BADGE

ARP/ACSM Certified Ringside Physicians can now purchase Certification Badges.