Become Fighter
Learn Boxing
Stance to combinations. The base every striker needs, in the order a good coach would teach it.
What you learn
Hands, feet and defence. The clearest path from zero to a real base. You will learn 16 techniques: Step in, Circle out, Pivot, Jab, Cross, High block, Parry, Slip, Step back, Lead hook, Rear hook, Lead uppercut, Rear uppercut, Jab to the body, Cross to the body, Lead hook to the body.
Lessons
Each lesson has key points, a step-by-step guide, common mistakes and a timed drill. Start at the top and work down.
The foundation
Stance, guard, footwork and the pivot: the base every punch and defence stands on.
- How to stand in a boxing stance FreeA balanced, mobile position you can punch, move and defend from.
- How to hold your guard in boxing FreeWhere the hands and elbows live so your head and body stay protected.
- Boxing footwork for beginners FreeStep-and-drag movement: forward, back and sideways without crossing your feet.
- How to pivot in boxing FreeTurn on the lead foot to change angle without moving backward.
First weapons
The jab and the cross: the two punches every other punch is built on.
- How to throw a jab FreeYour lead hand: range finder, set-up and the punch you will throw most.
- How to throw a cross FreeYour rear hand: the power punch, driven by the legs and hips.
- How to throw the one-two combination FreeJab then cross: your first combination, built on rhythm and hip rotation.
- How to double jab and control range FreeTwo quick jabs, and how to use your feet to find the right distance.
Basic defence
Four ways to avoid or absorb a punch: block, parry, slip and step back.
- How to block punches with a high guard ProCatch punches on your gloves and forearms while keeping your eyes open.
- How to parry a jab ProA small, sharp tap of the hand that redirects the jab off its line.
- How to slip a punch ProMove your head off the centre line so a straight punch passes beside it.
- How to step back and return ProCreate distance by moving out of range, then step back in with a punch.
Building your boxing
Add hooks, uppercuts and body shots, then join everything into combinations.
- How to throw a hook ProA curved punch thrown with the elbow bent, powered by the turn of the body.
- How to throw an uppercut ProA rising punch that travels up the middle, thrown from a small dip in the legs.
- How to punch to the body ProChange levels with your legs and punch to the body without bending at the waist.
- How to build boxing combinations ProJoin your punches, defence and footwork into short, balanced sequences.
Still to come
- Ring craft. Angles, distance and moving with purpose.
- Counter punching. Defence that turns into offence.
Who it's for
Beginners, and anyone who wants to tidy up the basics. You don't need a gym, a partner or any kit: every lesson can be practised on your own.
Safety
Combat sports training is hard on the body. Warm up, stay within your limits and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition. Practise in a clear space and stop if you feel pain or dizziness. Learn partner work only under a qualified coach.
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