How often should I spar? This is a question I receive on a daily basis. My answer is it depends. There are different types of sparring.
Sparring classification
1-action reaction
2-isolation
3-you go I go
4-free sparring
Action Reaction: A specific combination is thrown by participants. Partner A throws and partner B defends. Vice-Versa
Isolation: Partners pick particual strikes or combination to work on. Example Partner A only throws Jabs while Partner B only throws Kicks. Generally, athletes work on what they don't throw often.
You go I go: Partner A throws a prescribed number of strikes (no particular sequence)then Parner B throws the same number of strikes.
Free Sparring: Whatever you would like. Intensity level varies.
The less intense the more often athletes are able to spar
thanks,
Coach Hale
www.maxcondition.com