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im 19 years old and love boxing with all my heart, and its not because im a fan. Its started out as away to release my anger but then i started getting really fast like, pacman fast. i got to the point where i would hit the bag non stop for 2 hrs straight every day. i never really get tired. i know hitting the bag is only a small part of boxing but i have more experience with fighting.ive been in many street fights,sparring in martial arts. i beleive i can become world champ one day. i need a serious coach. ive had some that just talked big saying i was going to be in tapout. that wasnt appreciated. its been my dream ever since i was little. i have the heart and will to accomplish my dreams but i cant find a way to get noticed. id join a gym but im absolutely broke. i need this so bad its ridiculous. cant sleep another minute.
Hi Ben, I suggest you go to usaboxing.org and click on members. You will need to contact the local boxing committee and find out where the closest gym is. Keep in mind that as a new fighter the most important thing is to get on a team. As an amateur you are best suited to get on a golden glove team if possible. You may not be able to do that if you do not love near a gym. Otherwise you will have to do the best you can with what you have in your location. Boxing is not a mainstream sport so there are not a lot of choices. Just get started with somebody and on down the road if your not happy you can always change coaches.
Godd Luck,
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Expertise
I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
Experience
I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
Organizations
I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
Education/Credentials
College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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