Boxing/Starting Boxing
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Hi my names Nestor I'm 5'8" 145lbs I've done wrestling and tae kwon do both at extremely competitive levels I figure working with my hands would be next experiment except I have no idea where to begin and where it would lead me so what I would like to know is what do I need to do to begin and the furthest I would like to take boxing RIGHT NOW would be Golden Gloves but I have no idea what steps to take to get there do you think you can help me?
Hi Nester,
sounds like you are off to a good start so boxing may come easier to you than others... go to goldenglovesofamerica.com and click franchises. Find a gym near you and start training there. They have good training and they will get you registered. You will fight in the novice your first several fights and eventually will turn open. You just walk in the gym and ask someone for a trainer. Be sure to tell them you want to register so you can compete. Get that out of the way right off the bat so they will know you are serious. You will get more attention this way. Work hard and you should do fine, you are a good size where there is a lot of action in that weight class.
best of 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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