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BOXING – History, philosophy, and all there is to know about the Sweet Science of Boxing!

What is Boxing? Where did it start?
Who are the best boxers and boxing coaches of all time?

The History of Boxing

Boxing is one of the most natural instinctive fighting ‘methods‘ for humans. Fighting with your bare fists is a type of human instinct and has always existed around the world in some way or another.

But the vast world of Professional Boxing is something else…

It is a broad combat system based on organized training methods, with very specific techniques related to the movement of the feet, the movement of the hands and arms, the ‘roll’ of a received blow, clinch, defense techniques, and much more.

BOXING THE SWEET SCIECNCE

That is why a long time ago came about an English expression which refers to Boxing as: THE SWEET SCIENCE.

BEGINNERS BOXING TRAINING CLASSES

 

Although in theory it may seem very natural in a violence confrontation or self-defense scenario to pound and beat on another human until he falls, when you learn boxing properly you discover that it is a combat system full of nuances and depth.

A good boxer has the ability to transfer enormous energy with each punch, high aerobic endurance and of course also the ability to dodge and absorb incoming punches.

 

BOXING CLASS BEGINNERS

 

Many mistakenly think that learning boxing is “easy.”

It is no coincidence that the expression “The Sweet Science” was coined in the context of boxing – because high-level boxing must be based on a precise understanding of techniques, movement, and skills that develop in boxers through a lot of time-investment, perseverance, and sweat.

 

BOXING MATCH

 

One of the world’s most famous boxers: Mike Tyson, spent his first two years in classic boxing lessons, with his legendary coach Kaz, only practicing defense.

 

BOXING FOR KIDS

 

Boxing Styles

For a boxer, there are a number of different “boxing styles” in which one can specialize depending on the teacher who leads the athlete on the path to understanding the world of classic boxing.

 

Boxing styles are usually divided into 4 types, with some subcategories:

In-Fighter / Pressure fighter

Out-Boxer

Slugger

Boxer-Puncher

 

the In-Fighter

A boxer in this style is extremely aggressive and fights his opponent from close-range.

 

the Slugger

A boxer in this style bases his fighting strategy on counter-power punches in order to knock down his opponent. Very effective against ‘Swarmer’.

This style is usually more suitable for heavyweights because they move slower.

Among the boxers who used this style are George Foreman, Sonny Liston and Max Barr.

 

the Outboxer

This is a boxer who makes sure to keep himself coming in to the punch from a long range. Patient in waiting for the right moment to attack, very strategic and is usually good at accumulating points.

Among the boxers who have used this style are Muhammad Ali, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Joe Walcott.

 

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boxing t-shirts

 

Boxing Classes for Beginners – What to Expect…

If you are about to start on a beginners boxing class, first of all, you will be practicing basic stances and body position, learn about the center-line, elbow angles, palm (fist) position, and proper breathing.

You will also be learning punching techniques such as: jab, cross, hook, uppercut.  Basic punching combinations and of course… Basic defenses and counters.

 

REAL BOXING LESSONS CLASS

 

What’s the equipment needed for a boxing class?

Basic equipment for beginners in boxing:

  • Boxing gloves (personally fitted)
  • Mouth-guard (personally fitted)
  • Hand wraps (boxing straps/bandages) these are wrapped before putting on a glove
  • Towel

 

Classical boxing lessons for beginners – women and men

BOXING GYM

Boxing Terminology

Basic boxing terms for beginners

Clinch – Close contact (body to body) with the opponent

Combination – When more than one punch is thrown in succession towards the opponent

Knockdown – A knockdown occurs when a boxer falls to the ground of the boxing ring as a result of a blow from the opponent. The boxer must have at least one part of his body other than his feet on the ground for it to be considered a knockdown.

Knockout (KO) – A knockout is an automatic victory for the opponent, and refers to a boxer who is knocked down for more than 10 seconds. The referee will start counting down from 10 the moment a fighter is knocked down, until he gets back to his feet and if he doesn’t, then he loses.

Technical Knockout (TKO) – A technical knockout occurs when one of the boxers is too unfit or injured to continue fighting, despite the fact that he is still standing. This can be preceded by a standing count of eight before the second boxer is declared the winner.

BOXING WOMAN

Common myths about boxing

1. Boxing is a violent sport – in fact often you will find that practicing boxing teaches us what true discipline is. Boxing classes are packed with the practice of technique, tactics, and self-control.

Like any full-contact sport, boxing has its risks. When we learn boxing from a good coach, they will ensure that the environment is safe and professional and significantly reduce the likelihood of injuries.

Boxing lessons are not intended to promote violence.

In boxing, there are rules, there is scoring and judging, and everything is conducted in a respectful and sporting manner.

2. Classic boxing is a sport that is only for men – today more than ever, with the influence of social media,
We are seeing more and more women sharing and posting how boxing training has improved their physical and mental health.

3. More muscle = more power in the ring – boxing is a sport that relies on the ability for transferring power efficiently, in order to reach maximum power.

Having a muscular physique without proportions can do much more harm than good for this purpose.

Overly inflated muscles will slow down the fighter greatly, and will also consume more oxygen and ultimately cause fatigue in a short time.

Don’t focus on building a body, but on learning technique along with a fitness program that supports this specific sport.

 

adult boxing classes

Boxing is a very basic and necessary tool for self-defense and is also an excellent method for maintaining aerobic fitness and body health… You can easily find boxing classes suitable for children, youth and adults of all ages, women and men.

 

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Want to learn classic boxing?
Boxing Clubs & Teachers near you

In the Israel Dojo trainer index you can also easily find:
Personal training in classic boxing – click for private boxing lessons

 

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WOMEN BOXING CLASS

 

Information about Boxing Rings

The standard boxing ring is square in shape – with a side length of 7.80 x 7.80 meters, which is bounded on all sides by elastic ropes with a diameter of about 4 centimeters and arranged in 4 layers, with the inner side of the ring measuring 6.10 x 6.10 meters. Ropes are stretched along the entire perimeter of the ring.

 

 

The most famous boxers

  • Muhammad Ali – professional boxer, one of the greatest heavyweight boxers
  • Jack Dempsey
  • Joe Louis
  • Sugar Ray Robinson
  • Mike Tyson – won 19 of his first professional fights, 12 of them in the first round by knockout
  • Joe Frazier
  • Oscar De La Hoya
  • Evander Holyfield – a great boxer who defeated Tyson in a fight
  • George Foreman
  • Anthony Joshua
  • Floyd Mayweather
  • Manny Pacquiao
  • Max Baer
  • Rocky Marciano
  • Wladimir Klitschko
  • Alexander Povetkin

 

 

 

 

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