What is Funbox, and is it mandatory for younger children?

Funbox is Boxing Canada's program for boxers aged 6 to 12. Under the Articles and Rules (January 2025):

• Funbox is mandatory for boxers aged 6 to 10. For U13 boxers (11-12) it is optional, at the discretion of both coaches.
• Bouts are 3 rounds of up to 1 minute, with 10 oz gloves.
• Boxers may be a maximum of 12 months apart in age and 3 kg apart in weight.
• Both boxers are declared winners, and the win is recorded in their books as "WFB".
• Coaches may not coach from the corner.
• The referee acts as an instructor inside the ring and pays attention to slapping, low blows, head blows, staying off the ropes, movement, holding and power.
• Boys and girls up to age 10 may box each other.
• Headguards with cheek protectors may be worn if both boxers wear them.