Boxing

PUNCHING FOR

Success

Boxing is one of the fastest growing sports at our University, where you can learn more skills to advance your technique in a competitive environment. The competitive boxing team, as well as boxing fitness classes are available at our University. We have our own purpose-built boxing gym, with training ring.

Two men in a boxing ring

Our Ethos

Make your mark

The club welcomes all levels of fitness and boxing ability, with all sessions being optional to fit around your university timetable. We train up to six times a week and boast some of the best university fighters in the country, even having England select representatives and members from team GB. The team topped the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) rankings in 2016-17 and have regularly won medals at BUCS events since. There is also a recreational side, with people joining our team so they can take part in the fitness sessions, or to take advantage of the thriving social aspect of AU Boxing.

3 students using punch bags which are hanging from the wall

Everything you need to know

What equipment will I need?

We will supply all the equipment needed for the sessions. Please just wear training clothes and bring a drink.

Training session take place on:

  • Monday: 8pm-9pm – Boxing Gym (HC)
  • Tuesday: 8pm-10pm – Boxing Gym (HC)
  • Wednesday: 12pm-1pm – Boxing Gym (HC)
  • Thursday: 8pm-9pm – Boxing Gym (HC)

Please contact the club on our social media pages before attending a session.

Did you know?

  • The club have a successful history at the BUCS Boxing Championships, taking a number of gold medals.
  • A number of alumni now box professionally, including former Club Captain Jake Goodwin.

We have been supporting students to reach their potential through the scheme since 2002. Famous alumni that have benefitted from the scheme include Lucy Bronze, Alistair Brownlee, Alex Yee, Emily Scarratt, Vicky Fleetwood, Laura Weightman and Tom Bosworth.

Leeds Beckett awards a number of sports scholarships to high performing athletes each year who are committed to upholding the values of the university and willing to represent Leeds Beckett in BUCS events. Scholarships are also awarded to those who demonstrate the ability to progress and achieve high levels of success in their chosen sports.

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