Boxing lessons near me in Brooklyn

Learning how to box in Brooklyn

How do I find a good boxing coach?

Finding a good boxing coach can be tricky because there are a lot of things to consider. The one thing everyone seems to focus on is their budget. How much money do you have to spend on boxing lessons?

You can find the best coach but if you can't afford their rates, then you need to readjust your search strategies. Besides paying attention to your budget you also have to be wary of location.

If you find a great coach on Superprof, with great references, and it fits your budget, but they live 3 hours away from you, then it still won't work. When you are searching for a private coach, make sure they live relatively close to you. That way you can avoid long commutes or eliminate the possibility of them quitting because they live too far away.

Years of experience are another factor to consider when you are searching for a boxing coach. Make sure you find someone who has certifications and is trained to coach.

A way to guarantee you find someone that will suit your needs and goals is by having an interview and taking advantage of the opportunity to ask all the questions you might have.

Ask them how long they've been doing this, ask for references, and ask what have been their challenges and successes as boxing coaches. Don't be afraid to ask why they do what they do, what are their teaching strategies, and more.

What is the best age to join boxing?

People tend to believe that age dictates what sports we can learn, however, this is not true. We can any sport we want to learn at whatever age.

This is not entirely true for boxing, but still, it is not an age-restrictive sport. For instance, kids as young as 4 years old shouldn't be learning how to box. But, kids of age 10 and above are perfectly qualified to learn boxing.

Keep in mind that you won't send a kid to a boxing ring, but they can learn personal defense and kick at a punching bag. Boxing can be especially helpful for kids who have ADHD because it will help them channel their high levels of energy.

Although boxing doesn't have age restrictions, there are some things to consider. For instance, if you are someone who isn't used to practicing sports, we recommend you get started with a sport of less impact.

Boxing can be for everyone but it can also be a highly harmful sport if done without supervision or proper knowledge. If you have a weak back with no muscles, you can end up hurting yourself if you start doing high-intensity workouts.

This is why it is important to do your workouts with the help of a coach. Someone who will understand your strengths and limitations and who will make you train at your level.

What age is too late to start boxing?

As it was mentioned before, there is no age limitation when it comes to learning how to box. A 50-year-old can learn to box if they do it with the right amount of training and prepare their body by building each muscle over a period of time.

A 20-year-old who one day suddenly gets up and goes to the boxing ring has a higher probability of ending up injured compared to a 50-year-old who trains for 40 minutes 5 times per week for the past year.

Being in shape and being able to do something doesn't have to do with age as it has more to do with readiness and each body's physical state.

The same goes for food. Someone who eats with the help of a nutritionist will be stronger compared to someone who eats once or twice a week and has junk food regularly. These two different people can be the same age or different ages, but the person who is constantly giving their body nutrients will be better at boxing.

There is another conversation around professional boxers and their time frames when they want to pursue a career in the field. There are professional boxers who started training as early as 8 years old and others who started training during their mid-20s.