Boxing/where can i go to box?
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Question
well I'm 17 years old. i live in kingman Arizona. i like to box and train with my
friends but i want more of a challenge. where can i sign up for contests or get
in the ring with someone that makes me work them and i don't just hurt them and
they quit?
Please email me at mel@amateurboxing.com and I will give you a contact for Arizona who can refer you to a gym in your area. If you have never had formal training, you should work with a coach who can train you correctly before you start competing. Most coaches don't let their boxers compete until they've had at least 8 months of the basics. You will also need to have a certified coach in your corner.
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Melanie Ley
Expertise
I can answer all questions related to amateur boxing except those having to do with the actual physical training. I am not a coach. 8-) 21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Experience
21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Organizations
USA Boxing, Inc.
Education/Credentials
High school graduate; some college.
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