Boxing/becoming a pro boxer
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hello jackson rose,
im jason, 20 years old and turning 21 in the end of July this year. I have been training myself since age 17; meaning, i've been reading the books on boxing and watch videos on boxing and practice by myself. Im seriously in love with boxing and i want to aim for the World HeavyWeight Champion, that is my dream. However, i know i will not get there on my own practice, i must need a trainer/coach/manager and i do not know where to start. First off i dont know where to find a gym, and i dont know how to start boxing competitively. Please help me on everything that i need to get started. Im currently 190 pounds, aiming to be 200 so i can be in heavyweight class. I have a good right, and good strong punches over all. I have pretty good speed and reflex. They are all the things i've been training on my own. Now i just need guidance, so please help me out. Thank You.
Hi Jason,
Go to usaboxing.org and click on memberships. Find a gym boxing commission nearest you and call them to see where the closest gym is. You need to get involved with a golden gloves gym if you can. When you go in ask for a trainer and tell them you want to box competitively. You will fill out a form that registers you as a amateur boxer. You'll be assigned a trainer and usually train around 3 days a week. You will run mostly on your own so you can be taught skills during gym hours. Conditioning is the number one piece of the puzzle and that means running, jumping rope and exercises.
If you want to fight heavy you are right on the cusp and considering that you are 20 and at the end of your growing period you will have to get in the weightroom and put on some solid muscle. Depending on what kind of weight your 190 pounds is will help you determine this. If you are all muscle then you may be able to make heavyweight but if you have some fat then you should consider dropping down to 178. Once you start training in the gym your body will tell you what it wants to do.
good luck,
Jackson
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Jack Rose
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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