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Not a boxer, but I started bangin' when I was 17
Loser.
I was like 14 when I first did it. Like a BOSS.
He was gentle.
Not a boxer, but I started bangin' when I was 17
preachNo one should be sparring until they've demonstrated (either through drills or controlled sparring...meaning select punches at a time) that they can competently defend themselves. Any less time than that is too soon and all most will learn is how to accept getting beaten up better.
it all depends. It's a mistake though to start right away, b/c u won't learn anything except on how to get beat up. We have goofs who come to my dad's boxing class at our local Golds Gym, do a few, then think they're ready to go to the boxing club and spar, only to get ripped apart. Some people are naturals and can start sparring early (as in a month or so) but most people need more than that to get ready. So, so many people think they look good on the bags or mitts, then start to cry when they're getting hit back.
lots of coaches suck, so they'll put anyone in right away as either fresh meat for their veterans or b/c they're just stupid.
Lol I didn't realize it was a necroed thread when I responded. I feel dumb now, too.
that's usually the best way to start. most experienced fighters are pretty decent to start sparring with.I started after three lessons, I asked around the gym and they said if he feels I'm ready then I can spar.
I sparred against a guy with about 4 years experience but he went real easy. Good experience. I think it was the fact that we were going to spar lightly which let me start early.