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Boxing, Youth Program (Grades K-4 and Grades 5-8)

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Reading Recreation is excited to continue working with MK Boxing and Fitness Club located in Woburn, MA.  Just 2.7 miles away from Reading’s town center, MK Boxing has a superior 7,500 square foot facility boasting over 30 boxing bags, speedbags, conditioning mats, a professional boxing ring, locker rooms, cardio machines, and weight training equipment.

Many children are getting into the sport of boxing. Training in boxing will not only improve the body, it will improve the mind. The sport of boxing can and will be safe if done properly. Please read below for specific goals and benefits of this class.

Returning students will be introduced to MMA Striking.  Mixed Martial Arts Striking and Conditioning Fundamentals involve the use of hands, elbows, knees, legs and foot strikes.  This will involve the use of the heavy bags, kicking shields, and focus mitt training.  There is a heavy emphasis on conditioning such as running, burpees, pushups, abs, and other cross conditioning methods.  The kids will learn how to slip and avoid punches.  The focus on technique, form, conditioning, power, speed, timing, coordination and balance will be emphasized.  All contact will be practiced using protective shields, pads, focus mitts and heavy bags.

Location:  MK Boxing and Fitness Club is located at 116 Cummings Park, Woburn.     

New students 
receive top-of-the-line boxing gloves. Returning students pay a reduced fee because they already have their gloves.


Goals and Benefits of this Class:
  • Self-Confidence – Boxing enables children to become more self-confident because it is an individual sport that allows them to progress at their own pace and are not compared to others.
  • Coordination – Our youth program challenges the entire body, developing coordination, balance, agility and poise.
  • Discipline & Activeness – Boxing training will help your child to discover that through self-discipline and perseverance he or she can accomplish almost anything. Regular active training improves reflexes and teaches the child professionalism.
  • Cardio – Boxing is a great cardiovascular workout. Regular boxing training can help your child maintain a balanced heart rate and reduce his or her stress
  • Strength – Boxing enhances the development of stronger bones and muscles and improves flexibility.
  • Weight Loss/Control – Boxing training sessions help prevent obesity. A single workout can burn as many as 500 calories. Regular practice will help your child maintain a consistent and healthy body weight.

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