FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Do I have to get hit to learn how to box at your gym?
Answer: No you don't have to get hit to learn how to box at our gym. The only way you would get hit at our gym is if you wanted to become a competitive boxer or learn how to spar. We respect everyone who doesn't want to get hit. One must already have both good defense and offense in order for us to allow you to spar and compete for your own safety.
Question
I am feeling quite nervous going to your gym because its a real boxing gym and I am just a complete beginner. Will I be out of place?
Answer: We train all ages and levels of boxing. Most of our clients are here to get in shape and learn technique. Our competitive boxers are all kind and fully understand that not everyone is at the gym to be a world champ. The reality is that the competitive boxers are at the gym everyday and have been training for years, they have already seen and been through it all themselves! No need to worry about being judged at this gym!
Question
I am middle aged and haven't worked out a day in my entire life. How do I begin?
Answer: If its your first time working out in a very long time then it may be a better idea to get a Private lesson. We can go at a slower pace and work on slowly getting back in shape. Training too hard to fast will only lead to an injury!
Question
I am 100 pounds overweight! Am I out of luck?!?
Answer: We do have clients who have lost 100 pounds training at our facility, and you can too!!
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With all of todays research on brain injuries and concussions, How could you say that boxing is safe?
Answer: You don't have to get hit to learn how to box at our gym. We strive to provide our members with a safe environment. Many use this gym to either get in great shape or to learn the real art of boxing. If getting hit isn't on your agenda then we completely respect your decision. Sparring can be arranged to those who already have an understanding of not only offense but defense as well. Even if you want to be a competitive boxer at this gym, we make sure that you have a good understanding of how to defend yourself before we even consider letting you spar. Again many members are here for fitness which means that not everyone here wants to get hit and we respect those members.
Question
I am a MMA fighter, can you guys help me with my striking?
Answer: Boxing is a huge element of mixed martial arts. Most of the elite fighters who fight pro MMA train at boxing gyms to improve their stand-up. MMA fights start standing and if your a wrestler then we can teach you head movement to evade punches for a takedown, create angles, establish distance etc. If your looking to become the next big thing then yes we do have the tools to help you become successful.
Question
What are the demographics of your gym?
Answer: Ranging from 4-80 years old, all walks of life come to train at Bancroft Boxing. Our clientele consist of lawyers, police, doctors, scientists, contractors, home makers and pro athletes. Many of our clientele are highly educated people just looking to get in great shape, while learning the art of boxing.
Question
I am a D1 college athlete, What can your trainers do for me?
Answer: We do all kinds of cross training and are well suited to train college football, lacrosse, baseball, hockey and many other sports. Boxers are known for their agility, explosive power, and hand eye coordination.
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My son/ daughter has confidence issues, and is sometimes bullied at school. Can you guys help?
Answer: Boxing and martial arts has always been a great way to build confidence and can definitely help to stop and prevent being bullied. Try a personal training session to get started.
Do I have to get hit to learn how to box at your gym?
Answer: No you don't have to get hit to learn how to box at our gym. The only way you would get hit at our gym is if you wanted to become a competitive boxer or learn how to spar. We respect everyone who doesn't want to get hit. One must already have both good defense and offense in order for us to allow you to spar and compete for your own safety.
Question
I am feeling quite nervous going to your gym because its a real boxing gym and I am just a complete beginner. Will I be out of place?
Answer: We train all ages and levels of boxing. Most of our clients are here to get in shape and learn technique. Our competitive boxers are all kind and fully understand that not everyone is at the gym to be a world champ. The reality is that the competitive boxers are at the gym everyday and have been training for years, they have already seen and been through it all themselves! No need to worry about being judged at this gym!
Question
I am middle aged and haven't worked out a day in my entire life. How do I begin?
Answer: If its your first time working out in a very long time then it may be a better idea to get a Private lesson. We can go at a slower pace and work on slowly getting back in shape. Training too hard to fast will only lead to an injury!
Question
I am 100 pounds overweight! Am I out of luck?!?
Answer: We do have clients who have lost 100 pounds training at our facility, and you can too!!
Question
With all of todays research on brain injuries and concussions, How could you say that boxing is safe?
Answer: You don't have to get hit to learn how to box at our gym. We strive to provide our members with a safe environment. Many use this gym to either get in great shape or to learn the real art of boxing. If getting hit isn't on your agenda then we completely respect your decision. Sparring can be arranged to those who already have an understanding of not only offense but defense as well. Even if you want to be a competitive boxer at this gym, we make sure that you have a good understanding of how to defend yourself before we even consider letting you spar. Again many members are here for fitness which means that not everyone here wants to get hit and we respect those members.
Question
I am a MMA fighter, can you guys help me with my striking?
Answer: Boxing is a huge element of mixed martial arts. Most of the elite fighters who fight pro MMA train at boxing gyms to improve their stand-up. MMA fights start standing and if your a wrestler then we can teach you head movement to evade punches for a takedown, create angles, establish distance etc. If your looking to become the next big thing then yes we do have the tools to help you become successful.
Question
What are the demographics of your gym?
Answer: Ranging from 4-80 years old, all walks of life come to train at Bancroft Boxing. Our clientele consist of lawyers, police, doctors, scientists, contractors, home makers and pro athletes. Many of our clientele are highly educated people just looking to get in great shape, while learning the art of boxing.
Question
I am a D1 college athlete, What can your trainers do for me?
Answer: We do all kinds of cross training and are well suited to train college football, lacrosse, baseball, hockey and many other sports. Boxers are known for their agility, explosive power, and hand eye coordination.
Question
My son/ daughter has confidence issues, and is sometimes bullied at school. Can you guys help?
Answer: Boxing and martial arts has always been a great way to build confidence and can definitely help to stop and prevent being bullied. Try a personal training session to get started.