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i am 17 years old and have loved the sport of boxing for years, following it, and researching it, i beleive i have very good natural instinct in the sport and so think it would be a good move for me to start, i want to know the best age for starting as i think i may be later than average at age of 17? and how hard career finding in this sport can be as i live in the country where fewer opportunities and tournaments exist.
Hi Jamie, you are not too old at all..... you are a great age for starting... you can fight amateur until your 34 so you have tons of time.....if you learn quick and have natural instinct then you could jump up quick and be fighting open division in no time...
I recommend you go to www.goldenglovesofamerica.com and click on franchises to fing a good gym near you....
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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