Punch4Pounds KIDS

Punch4Pounds Kids, a nontraditional leadership program, for our county’s youth. Teaching the Art of Boxing, our focus is on developing the “whole child.” In preparation for becoming a “Champion in the Classroom,” each participant benefits from an introduction to our strength and conditioning regiment and technique training. Learning to define ‘healthy dieting and proper stretching in addition to an intro to amateur boxing. Ultimately progressing to competition conditioning and technique. The benefits of boxing are continuous as each intangible of the Arts prepare the participant for success within the classroom, community, and home. A core value of Punch4Pounds KIDS, “coaching begins with mentoring”; keeps our concentration on identifying the challenges of each participant. The levels of adversity him/her face are tools we used to develop character in and out a gym environment. We view the sport as a therapeutic and empowerment service; partnering with local agencies to educate our youth on the importance of Healthy Thinking. Mental strength, emotional stability in addition to fitness defines the Punch4Pounds KIDS goal for every enrollee that the ‘sweet science” of boxing translates into their sweet success in life.

Currently competing as a Jr. Middleweight Professional Boxer at 5-1 2ko, I’ve also become an US Amateur Level 1 Coach and now a Guilford County School vendor.

Structured mentoring through Art of Boxing; participants are provided consistent social support in a caring, personalized manner. This support builds skills and competencies, enhancing self-efficacy to sustain a lifetime of physical activity, positive thinking, and emotional strength.