Boxing Fundamentals Program

A program designed for recreational and competitive participants. The Boxing Fundamental program covers essentials such as HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training), mitt work, bag drills, sparring partner drills, strength and conditioning, and boxing technique drills.

Key development focus areas covered in the class:

Power

Speed

Technique/Movements

Offensive & defensive skills

Fighting strategy

Footwork

Agility

Bag drills are designed with specific boxing exercises that focus on speed, conditioning, footwork, stance, and power. These drills help improve a boxer’s technique and get them in shape quickly. Heavy bag drills are also used to practice power punch combinations and develop the strength and stamina needed to compete. When practicing and throwing punches, it's important to constantly move your feet, reset your stance, "block" between punches, and, most importantly, maintain a high level of intensity.

Mitt work and sparring are additional forms of boxing training that better reflect actual competition. These exercises help boxers improve various skills necessary in the ring and develop better ring awareness.

A solid boxing skill set includes essential techniques, strategies, and attributes necessary for success in the sport.

A boxer must learn to stand correctly in order to maintain balance, mobility, and defensive positioning. This involves keeping the feet shoulder-width apart, bending the knees slightly, distributing weight evenly, and raising the hands to protect the face. Proper footwork is crucial for maintaining balance, generating power, and moving efficiently in the ring. Boxers should learn various steps, pivots, and angles to control distance and avoid punches.

Learning to throw punches in combination allows boxers to maximize their offensive output and create opportunities to land clean and impactful blows. Combinations often include using the jab to set up power punches and targeting both the head and body, keeping opponents guessing.

Boxing requires excellent cardiovascular endurance, strength, and agility. Regular conditioning exercises such as running, agility drills, plyometrics, weight training, and core workouts are essential for developing the physical attributes necessary for boxing.

Strategy and ring generalship are also critical. A well-rounded boxer should understand how to read their opponent, adapt their game plan, and make adjustments during the fight. This involves knowing when to attack, counterpunch, move, or maintain distance based on the opponent's style and weaknesses.

Boxing is as much a mental game as it is a physical one. Boxers must develop mental toughness, focus, discipline, and the ability to remain calm under pressure while making split-second decisions in the ring. To master these skills, consistent training, quality coaching, and in-ring experience are necessary. Building a solid foundation in these areas will help a boxer excel and reach their full potential in the sport.