CSW Association Affiliate Program
Choose Your System. Build Your Program. Grow With The Association.
The CSW Affiliate Program gives academy owners, instructors, and coaches access to proven curriculum, coach development, instructor resources, business support, and a professional training community led by Erik Paulson.
Affiliate Program Options
Start With The System That Fits Your Academy
Affiliates can begin with the program that best matches their students, coaching goals, and academy direction, then expand into additional systems as their program grows.
Submission Wrestling
Combat Submission Wrestling blends catch wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, Muay Thai, and sambo into a complete grappling system.
STX Kickboxing
STX Kickboxing combines elements of Muay Thai, Western Boxing, Savate, and Jun Fan Kickboxing to develop efficient, powerful, and versatile striking skills.
Shooto 2.0
Shooto 2.0 is an updated evolution of the original Japanese Shooto system, integrating striking, wrestling, and submission grappling into one unified method.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Erik Paulson’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program blends traditional Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals with his deep experience in wrestling, catch wrestling, and submission grappling.
MMA
Erik Paulson’s MMA curriculum trains fighters and coaches to transition smoothly between striking, clinch, takedowns, submissions, pressure, and positional control.
Affiliate Benefits
What You Get As A CSW Affiliate
The CSW Affiliate Program is more than a certification. It is a complete support system designed to help instructors, coaches, and academy owners build stronger programs, develop better coaches, and create long-term success.
Program Curriculum
Access structured curriculum systems designed to help you teach, organize classes, and create a clear progression path for your students.
Coach Development Camps
Train directly with Erik Paulson and the coaching staff through immersive camps focused on teaching, coaching, and program development.
Instructor Archives
Gain access to years of instructional material, coaching resources, technical breakdowns, and educational content.
Online University Access
Continue learning through one of the largest online instructional libraries available inside the CSW Association.
Business Development
Learn proven methods for growing your academy, improving retention, developing instructors, and building a sustainable business.
Marketing Support
Access promotional resources, marketing guidance, branding assets, and tools designed to help your school succeed.
Association Community
Connect with instructors, coaches, and academy owners from around the world who are committed to growth and development.
Staff Support
Receive ongoing guidance and support from the association leadership team as you continue developing your program.
How The Affiliate Program Works
Your Roadmap To Becoming A CSW Affiliate
Joining the Association is a structured process designed to help you choose the right program, access the right resources, and build a successful academy over time.
Choose Your Affiliate Program
Select the system that best aligns with your academy, instructors, students, and long-term goals.
Speak With Association Director Alan Baker
Discuss your background, academy, goals, and determine which affiliate pathway is the best fit. Alan will help answer questions and guide you through the application process.
Complete Your Affiliate Enrollment
Once approved, you’ll gain access to curriculum resources, instructor archives, support materials, and affiliate benefits.
Attend Coach Development & Training
Participate in Coach Development Camps, instructor events, and continuing education opportunities with Erik Paulson and the coaching team.
Implement & Grow Your Program
Begin using the curriculum, developing instructors, supporting students, and strengthening your academy.
Expand Your Opportunities
Add additional affiliate systems, certifications, and development pathways as your academy continues to grow.
Why Academy Owners Join
Stop Building Everything Alone
Running a martial arts academy requires more than technical knowledge. You need curriculum, coach development, student progression, marketing support, business direction, and a professional community behind you.
Doing It All Yourself
- Building curriculum from scratch
- Training coaches on your own
- No clear instructor pathway
- Limited support and feedback
- Marketing challenges
- Solving every problem alone
A Complete Support System
- Structured curriculum systems
- Coach Development Camps
- Instructor archives and resources
- Business development support
- Marketing guidance
- Professional association community
Questions About The Affiliate Program?
Talk Directly With Association Director Alan Baker
Joining the CSW Association is an important decision. If you have questions about the affiliate program, curriculum options, instructor development, coach certification, or which system is the best fit for your academy, I’m happy to help.
As the Association Director, I work directly with prospective affiliates to help them understand the available programs, determine the best starting point, and navigate the enrollment process.
The Core 3 Package
Three Of Our Most Popular Programs. One Powerful Association Path.
Normally, when you join the Association, you choose one system to affiliate with. The Core 3 Package gives you access to three of our most popular programs together: Combat Submission Wrestling, STX Kickboxing, and Coach Erik Paulson’s MMA Program.
Three Programs For The Price Of One
The Core 3 Package is our most popular way to join the CSW Association because of the level of value it provides. You receive access to grappling, striking, and MMA integration in one complete package.
Combat Submission Wrestling
A complete grappling system blending submission wrestling, catch wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, takedowns, control, transitions, and finishing systems.
STX Kickboxing
A dynamic striking system that brings together Muay Thai, boxing, Savate, Jun Fan Kickboxing, movement, combinations, and stand-up skill development.
Erik Paulson’s MMA Program
The bridge between striking, clinch, takedowns, ground fighting, transitions, pressure, strategy, and complete combat integration.
Grappling. Striking. MMA Integration.
Most affiliations give you access to one system. The Core 3 Package gives academy owners and instructors a complete foundation for building a more versatile, valuable, and professional martial arts program.
Coach Development Program
Accelerate Your Development As A Coach & Instructor
One of the most valuable benefits of affiliation is access to our Coach Development Camps. These exclusive events provide direct access to Erik Paulson, hands-on instruction, curriculum development, coaching education, and networking with affiliate instructors from around the world.
Direct Access To Erik Paulson
Train in a small group environment where you receive personal coaching, feedback, and direct access to Coach Erik Paulson.
Included With Membership
There is no additional charge for active affiliate members. Coach Development Camps are included as part of your affiliation.
Accelerate Your Progress
Fast-track your understanding of curriculum, coaching systems, instructor development, and program implementation.
Train With Other Affiliates
Build relationships, share ideas, and learn alongside affiliate instructors from around the world.
Recorded For Future Review
Camp sessions are professionally recorded and added to the affiliate archive so you can continue learning long after the event ends.
Develop Real Coaching Skills
Learn not only what to teach, but how to teach, organize, and develop successful martial arts programs.
Association Reach & Impact
An Established Global Community
When you join the CSW Association, you’re joining a network of instructors, coaches, and academy owners who are committed to growth, education, and long-term development.
Affiliate Schools
Schools and instructors operating under Association programs throughout the world.
International Reach
Affiliates, instructors, and students spanning multiple countries and training communities.
Years Of Development
Decades of curriculum refinement, coach education, and program development.
Training Videos
One of the largest instructional archives available to martial arts professionals.
Students Reached
Affiliate schools collectively impact thousands of students every year.
Coach Development
Continued education through camps, training events, instructor resources, and mentorship.
Pricing & Membership Options
Choose The Membership Path That Fits Your Goals
Whether you are joining with one program or expanding into multiple systems, the CSW Association gives you a clear, flexible path for growth.
Affiliate Program
For academy owners, instructors, and coaches who want to affiliate with one primary Association program and gain access to the tools, curriculum, support, and development resources needed to grow.
- Instructor Development Program Access
- Instructor Video Academy
- Curriculum Manuals & Program Tools
- Business Development Resources
- Coach Development Camps Included
- Association Support
Additional Programs
Once you are an active affiliate, you can expand your academy by adding additional Association programs at a reduced monthly rate.
- Add Additional Systems
- Additional Video Archives
- Additional Curriculum Manuals
- Additional Program Resources
- Expanded Training Pathways
- Support For Program Growth
Most Popular Option
The Core 3 Package
The Core 3 Package gives affiliates access to three of the Association’s most popular programs under one membership path: Combat Submission Wrestling, STX Kickboxing, and Coach Erik Paulson’s MMA Program.
Most affiliates normally choose one system when they join. The Core 3 Package gives you three complete programs and delivers one of the strongest value options inside the Association.
Why The CSW Association Is Different
Built Around Development, Not Politics
The CSW Association was built to support instructors, academy owners, and serious martial artists through education, mentorship, professional standards, and long-term growth. Our focus is helping people succeed, not creating unnecessary barriers.
No Politics. Just Standards.
Advancement is based on knowledge, performance, contribution, and commitment, not favoritism, ego, or organizational politics.
Free Coach Development Camps
Active affiliates receive access to Coach Development Camps at no additional charge as part of their membership.
Transparent Advancement System
Clear tracking, documented standards, and in-person evaluations create a fair and consistent advancement process.
Full-Time Association Support
Real people answer questions, provide guidance, and help affiliates move forward quickly and efficiently.
Assistant Instructor Program
Develop assistant instructors under your affiliation and build a stronger leadership team inside your academy.
Business Development Resources
Access academy growth strategies, retention tools, staff development resources, and business coaching support.
8,000+ Training Videos
One of the largest instructional libraries in the martial arts industry, with curriculum, seminars, camps, and coach development resources.
Long-Term Stability & Leadership
Built on decades of curriculum development and led by one of the most respected names in modern martial arts, Coach Erik Paulson.
Affiliate Program FAQ
Questions Before You Join?
Here are the most common questions academy owners, instructors, and coaches ask before starting the CSW Affiliate Program.
No. The program is ideal for academy owners and instructors, but serious practitioners may also join for personal development, structured curriculum access, and long-term training progression.
You can begin with the system that best fits your academy, students, and personal goals. Many affiliates choose the Core 3 Package because it gives access to Combat Submission Wrestling, STX Kickboxing, and Coach Erik Paulson’s MMA Program.
Yes. Once you are an active affiliate, you can add additional Association programs at a reduced monthly rate. This allows you to expand your academy intelligently over time.
Yes. Coach Development Camps are included for active affiliate members. These events provide direct access to Coach Erik Paulson, curriculum development, coaching education, and training with other affiliates.
Coach Development Camps are professionally recorded and added to the affiliate archive so members can continue reviewing and studying the material even if they are unable to attend live.
No. Testing and advancement are included as part of the affiliate membership. Rank progression is based on knowledge, performance, attendance, and demonstrated ability rather than additional testing fees or politics.
Yes. Active affiliates may bring assistant instructors into the Association at a discounted rate. This helps academy owners develop staff while keeping curriculum, standards, and progression consistent.
Yes. Affiliates receive access to the instructor video archive and online training resources, including curriculum-related material, seminar footage, Coach Development Camp footage, and thousands of instructional videos.
Complete the application form and Association Director Alan Baker will personally follow up with you within 24 hours or less to help guide you through the next steps.
You can contact Association Director Alan Baker directly at [email protected] with questions about affiliation, program options, pricing, or the application process.
A Personal Message From The Association Director
Not Sure Which Path Is Right For You?
Choosing the right affiliate path is an important decision. If you have questions about the CSW Association, the Core 3 Package, pricing, program options, or the enrollment process, reach out directly.
I’ll help you understand the available options and guide you toward the path that makes the most sense for your academy, your instructors, and your long-term goals.
Alan Baker
Association Director, CSW AssociationStart The Enrollment Process
Apply For CSW Affiliation
Complete the form below to begin the affiliate enrollment process. Alan Baker, Association Director for the CSW Association, will review your submission and personally get back in touch with you within 24 hours or less.