Boxing/Becoming A Boxer
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Dear, Mr.Jackson Rose I need Your Help. I love boxing and i want to go pro in boxing but i do not know the steps to get me there. I'm 18 and I Would like to start as soon as possible taking those steps. I Don't Have a clue where to begin so I'm asking you to help me if you can please will you because no one else will and I really want this.
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Cornelius,
The best route to take is to find a boxing gym that is registered with USA Boxing. Because not only can you train here, they will also have all the paperwork you need to register as an amateur fighter. They will get get you fights when your ready. If there is a charge it will vary from gym to gym. But this is the best route because you need amateur fights if your ever to be taken serious as a pro.
You can just turn pro with no experience although you are sabotaging your career. The problem is you'll have to learn how to box as a pro so your early fights will show your lack of experience and drive your moneymaking ability downward.
If your were 32 I would give you different advice but your 18 and have plenty of time to develop your skills as an amateur and then turn pro.
Go to this site, click on your state and find a gym near you. Ask them if they are registered with USA Boxing and are there any fees to use the gym.
http://www.boxinggyms.com/
good luck
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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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