Gyms in question

Jag · 02-25-2008, 06:13 PM

Hey everyone,

Name's Jag and I've been lurking over the forums this past month and wanted to get some feedback since there seems to be a lot of useful advice here.

I've been looking for a gym in my area(Orlando,Florida) but am unable to locate one that I feel is giving the necessary attitude and perspective that I have towards boxing. Its mainly places that are "Boxing for the Businessmen" or for its fitness properties rather than learning the technique and becoming a better boxer. The question is, do I spend my money at one of these gyms in order to learn the basics and techniques since I have my own equipment and can practice them once I've learned good habits? Or do I find other means of learning(videos, much further distance gyms)? I don't have much Boxing experience besides that of being in the Army.

I'm in pretty decent shape since I hit the gym 4-5 days a week and been doing it for about a year continuously. My cardio is a bit weak but I grabbed some tips from the FAQ placed here to try and get my lungs back.

Another curious question I had was.. I'm about 5'6" and my weight fluctuates between 130-145 lbs pending on if I'm bulking up muscle or cutting down to lean mass. What weight would I probably compete at? I don't know my reach but I'd say its proportionate to my height.

Thank you guys in advance for the advice. This is a journey into the sport of Boxing I'm glad to finally begin.

amy · 02-25-2008, 06:26 PM

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Jag · 02-25-2008, 06:30 PM

Tried that already. Most of those gyms are a far distance from me and I don't have a personal vehicle to always get around.

amy · 02-25-2008, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Jag

Tried that already. Most of those gyms are a far distance from me and I don't have a personal vehicle to always get around.

Did you ask the people at those gyms if there is a good one in your area? Chances are they all have kids who compete against each other. Someone should be able to point you in the right direction.

Jag · 02-25-2008, 06:53 PM

I did ask them but they could only point me to an online directory which is the same one you showed me. Is it possible to find a trainer without having a dedicated boxing gym in the area?

joekirkbycobra · 02-26-2008, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Jag

Hey everyone,

Name's Jag and I've been lurking over the forums this past month and wanted to get some feedback since there seems to be a lot of useful advice here.

I've been looking for a gym in my area(Orlando,Florida) but am unable to locate one that I feel is giving the necessary attitude and perspective that I have towards boxing. Its mainly places that are "Boxing for the Businessmen" or for its fitness properties rather than learning the technique and becoming a better boxer. The question is, do I spend my money at one of these gyms in order to learn the basics and techniques since I have my own equipment and can practice them once I've learned good habits? Or do I find other means of learning(videos, much further distance gyms)? I don't have much Boxing experience besides that of being in the Army.

I'm in pretty decent shape since I hit the gym 4-5 days a week and been doing it for about a year continuously. My cardio is a bit weak but I grabbed some tips from the FAQ placed here to try and get my lungs back.

Another curious question I had was.. I'm about 5'6" and my weight fluctuates between 130-145 lbs pending on if I'm bulking up muscle or cutting down to lean mass. What weight would I probably compete at? I don't know my reach but I'd say its proportionate to my height.

Thank you guys in advance for the advice. This is a journey into the sport of Boxing I'm glad to finally begin.

compete at your lowest weight and go to the best gym you can find

02-26-2008, 07:58 PM

I'm also interested in finding a boxing gym in Orlando. That directory has got me a few good leads. It is just hard to verify some of these guys credentials.

I want to train in a boxing gym with some proven trainers running the place. I've never heard of some of these guys running these gyms. One of those gyms is run by a kung fu guy. I'm looking towards more traditional boxing.

Any good recommendations by people who are a little more knowlagable on the subject?

Who are the best trainers in\near Orlando? Who has a good reputation?

02-25-2008, 06:13 PM	#1
Jag Fighting spirit! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 10 vCash: 1000	Gyms in question Hey everyone, Name's Jag and I've been lurking over the forums this past month and wanted to get some feedback since there seems to be a lot of useful advice here. I've been looking for a gym in my area(Orlando,Florida) but am unable to locate one that I feel is giving the necessary attitude and perspective that I have towards boxing. Its mainly places that are "Boxing for the Businessmen" or for its fitness properties rather than learning the technique and becoming a better boxer. The question is, do I spend my money at one of these gyms in order to learn the basics and techniques since I have my own equipment and can practice them once I've learned good habits? Or do I find other means of learning(videos, much further distance gyms)? I don't have much Boxing experience besides that of being in the Army. I'm in pretty decent shape since I hit the gym 4-5 days a week and been doing it for about a year continuously. My cardio is a bit weak but I grabbed some tips from the FAQ placed here to try and get my lungs back. Another curious question I had was.. I'm about 5'6" and my weight fluctuates between 130-145 lbs pending on if I'm bulking up muscle or cutting down to lean mass. What weight would I probably compete at? I don't know my reach but I'd say its proportionate to my height. Thank you guys in advance for the advice. This is a journey into the sport of Boxing I'm glad to finally begin.
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02-25-2008, 06:26 PM	#2
amy If you know what I mean East Side VIP Join Date: May 2006 Location: Looks like someone needs a hug. Posts: 13,093 vCash: 1000	Re: Gyms in question [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
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02-25-2008, 06:30 PM	#3
Jag Fighting spirit! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 10 vCash: 1000	Re: Gyms in question Tried that already. Most of those gyms are a far distance from me and I don't have a personal vehicle to always get around.
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02-25-2008, 06:53 PM	#5
Jag Fighting spirit! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 10 vCash: 1000	Re: Gyms in question I did ask them but they could only point me to an online directory which is the same one you showed me. Is it possible to find a trainer without having a dedicated boxing gym in the area?
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02-26-2008, 07:58 PM	#7
PeterGBO Guest Posts: n/a vCash:	Re: Gyms in question I'm also interested in finding a boxing gym in Orlando. That directory has got me a few good leads. It is just hard to verify some of these guys credentials. I want to train in a boxing gym with some proven trainers running the place. I've never heard of some of these guys running these gyms. One of those gyms is run by a kung fu guy. I'm looking towards more traditional boxing. Any good recommendations by people who are a little more knowlagable on the subject? Who are the best trainers in\near Orlando? Who has a good reputation?
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