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The benefits of boxing lessons for kids

On the surface boxing might seem like a bad idea for a young child as from the outside it looks like a very dangerous sport where the whole point of it seems to be purposefully fighting others, however, boxing is a lot more than that and there is a reason why boxing clubs are prevalent throughout Ireland. Boxing is a great sport for children as when children are introduced to boxing at a young age they are taught life skills and attitudes that will help them throughout their entire lives. First and foremost boxing will teach discipline, any sport or club that requires weekly attendance and practice will instil discipline but boxing is especially good at it. Coaches or tutors who conduct lessons for children always provide a safe nurturing environment where the main focus is simply working on the basic principles which involve little to no risk of injury. This involves simple cardio exercises to learning how to punch a bag properly. Much like athletics or any other sport, boxing provides a lot of health benefits for a growing child and ensures that they grow up with a healthy exercise routine. Boxing can also bring a lot of self-pride and confidence, being able to hold your own and even win competitions can do wonders for anyone’s self-esteem, never mind a child!

Should you let your child do boxing

Despite all these benefits, parents may still be a little apprehensive to sign their child up for boxing and rightfully so. Every sport has risks involved, rugby is notorious for the injuries its players suffer and life is full of adversity and similar risk, the positives of youth sports, like boxing, make a strong case for why you should allow your child to do boxing or otherwise. A boxing club provides a strong social environment and a safe space where anyone can release their stress and energy through rigorous exercise, it can be an escape from life and it offers an unrivalled sense of achievement. Boxing must be doing something right as there are roughly 360 boxing clubs all around Ireland! As aforementioned boxing teaches discipline but it also cultivates a strong work ethic and sticking to what you commit to. Boxing also demands respect, for yourself and your opponent. This respect is also created between coaches, their students and the gym. If you want a well-rounded, respected child, boxing is a great avenue for this. Boxing is also increasingly becoming a great avenue for opportunity, some of the most famous Irish people are boxing or MMA players like Conor McGregor or Katie Taylor. You don’t have to like boxing to know these people.

Lessons tailored for children

Lessons created by our Superprof tutors also focus on safety and taking things slow. There is no reason to put your child at risk especially when they are taking private lessons. With a qualified coach and private lessons, all of the benefits can be reaped without the risks as the tutor provides a safe environment while providing invaluable lessons. The lessons by these tutors are specifically catered for children and beginners so expect quality and specific tutoring for your child so that they can get the most out of this excellent sport.

Benefits of private lessons over a boxing gym

A private coach has several advantages over a normal gym, firstly it can help if your child is nervous to start boxing surrounded by strangers and other children. A one-on-one environment is far less stressful and has been shown to be a lot more effective for learning. Secondly, lessons can occur according to your schedule, boxing clubs around Ireland operate around their own time but a tutor is a lot more flexible. When there is only one student present, the lessons can be a lot more focused as well so expect your child to progress far quicker in private lessons than they ever would in the gym. Finally, it is far easier to find a trustworthy, safe and reliable coach on Superprof due to the rating system, the location features and generally the help of the internet. This can save you valuable time and money! Good luck and happy learning.