Boxing/finding somewhere to box
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Question
I live in a small town and we dont have that many gyms. So does that mean I have to leave my city to learn how to box.
Hi Strunchy,
This is a common problem. There are not that many gyms. It is best that you find a gym to train at and preferably a golden gloves. Go to goldenglovesofamerica.com and click franchises. See if there is one near you. If not, you can fight "unattached" meaning that you train at home and your not connected to a gym. Eventually you will have at least drive to a gym somewhere and get some good sparring in. But you can get a head start on your own if you have to.
Good Luck
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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.
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I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
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College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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