AboutJackson 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. 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. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves. I am also one of the trainers and cornermen for a promising professional heavyweight.
Organizations I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed Second for pro bouts.
Question i really want to be a professional boxer! I'm willing to do anything and everything it takes. I WANT TO BE THE BEST. I just don't know where to start from.
Answer D'Mekeus,
I suggest starting in the amateurs and build some experience. You will go a lot further in the pros this way. You need to find a gym in your area that is associated with golden gloves or usa boxing. Go to goldengloves.com and send an email asking where the closest gym to you is. Every gym is run different but just go in and tell them you want to compete so they will know you are serious. You should be assigned a coach and you start working out. When he thinks you are ready to fight he will get you in a show.
