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hi me and my son have been boxing now for 3 months. my son is 15 south paw 61" weighs 10 stone 9 sorry don't know it in pounds.
he seems to have the speed, accuracy and strength and i could see him going pro in the future. my question is should i get him in amateur we are currently doing semi pro? or continue with where we are, the gym we are at is a good gym with good trainers i enjoy us doing it together but i would prefer to do what it takes to make him a better and more successful boxer
Going Amateur is a good decision. First and foremost it gets him exposed to the crowds and fighting before them. Also he can fight some good competition there. It will help him develop even more confidence and if he does lose it will not be as important but instead be a learning experience.
Joe
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I can answer most questions regarding boxing instruction and or various training methods. Training for beginners or experienced professionals. I can also answer questions regarding effective weight loss.
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I have trained beginning boxers as well as accomplished professionals. I have owned and managed my own gym outside of Atlanta Georgia and currently do personilized boxing instruction and training in Tampa Florida. I have promoted professional boxing shows in St. Louis, Missouri including several World and State Championships. I have Supervised a World Championship for the International Boxing Organization and the World Boxing Board of which I am currently on their Board of Directors.
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