what are the options for a 36 year old in Amateur Boxing?

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by ripcity, Aug 13, 2009.


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  1. ripcity

    ripcity Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I know that the Olympics has an age limit of 17-34, not that I would have any real chance at them. At my age what kind of comptition can I expect to get into from begaining to the most advanced?
     
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  2. Kolya

    Kolya Boxing Addict Full Member

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    If you're in the US, it's the Master's Division. At your age it would still be fairly competitive, just different rules.
     
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  3. Power

    Power Active Member Full Member

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    in the uk you cant fight so none.
     
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  4. ripcity

    ripcity Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    What are the different rules?
     
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  5. Mr. V.I.P.

    Mr. V.I.P. Boxing Addict banned

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    Exhibitions?
     
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  6. bobalachko

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    Its wrong
     
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  7. Kolya

    Kolya Boxing Addict Full Member

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    16oz gloves instead of the 10 or 12oz competition gloves, and a more thorough medical is required, particularly as you get older.
     
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  8. 'Ben'

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    So what age are you not allowed to compete at in the UK then?
     
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  9. LJB

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    34 in the uk
     
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  10. 'Ben'

    'Ben' Boxing Addict Full Member

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    :good
     
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  11. Old Cat

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    What he said--- also special head gear(mexican style) -- must have pass book just like under 35 -- this is a good web site http://www.mastersboxingdivision.com/

    Also USA boxing has all the rules(masters division)........ Ringside has a good gathering for there big tourney.

    Good luck -- might see your there OLD MAN ---
     
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  12. beecho1988

    beecho1988 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    white collar boxing
     
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  13. kwop

    kwop New Member Full Member

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    Move to another country!!! just kidding. I´m 35 and living in Brazil and the ametuers cut-off age is 34 here. I fight unsanctioned tournements now. I don´t have any dreams of being pro: I just wanna fight and not just spar so this is my only option now. It gets tougher for us at this age my friend.
     
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  14. bald_head_slick

    bald_head_slick Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Judging from all of the posts all amateurs seem to cut off at 34. Being that Boxing is an International sport it makes sense.

    Take a look at the Masters. Looks like that is the way to go for a "late bloomer".
     
    bald_head_slick, Apr 25, 2011
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