The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses – behind the lines, in the gym, and out there on the road, long before I dance underneath those lights. -Ali

Boxing

Head Instructor Chris Beasley

Monday and Wednesday  8:30-10:00pm

Youth Boxing

Head Instructor Chris Beasley

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday  6:00-7:00pm

 

Benefits of training in USA Boxing:


What exactly do the boxing workouts consists of?

We jump rope, perform footwork drills, shadow box, work the heavy bags, double end bags, the punch mitts, speed bags, perform defensive drills, conditioning work, perform abdominal core exercises, and body weight exercises such as push ups and squats.

How does it compare to other sports?

Boxing helps kids grow athletically faster than just little league baseball or soccer. Its all the different skipping, bounding, and other unique movements that develops their nervous systems to function better and that’s key in athletic performance. How developed is the nervous system? If it has never been challenged then the kid will display that by sub par athleticism.

 

It helps with stress relief.

Boxing is one of the best sports for relieving stress. If you’ve had a stressful day or drama with friends, boxing is the place to take it out.Because of the high intensity and full body workout, you can burn massive amounts of calories and tone your entire body without a gym and all their machines. Stress can be caused be both positive and negative interactions in your life. You need a positive outlet to deal with them. Here are some of the great benefits that boxing allows when working to relieve stress.

 

Prevent Anxiety:

If you suffer from anxiety, you should talk with your doctor about how boxing can help prevent your symptoms. Many forms of anxiety are triggered by the feeling of helplessness and fear. Learning to box can help alleviate and prevent those feelings. Boxing can give you a set of tools you may never need, but will help you feel in control of every situation. Consider adding boxing to your therapy routine and keep a journal of the changes you see in yourself.

Boxing offers a lot of stress relieving benefits and can be adapted to suit any physical restrictions you may have. Always talk with your doctor before starting any new fitness routine, including boxing, to ensure you won’t be injured or make a current condition or injury worse. When considering boxing rings or gyms that offer boxing, consult with the trainers to let them know you’re looking specifically for a routine or techniques to relieve stress.

 

Dec 2011-SSF sends 6 youths to the TN State Silver Gloves and comes home with 6 Silver Gloves Champions!