Learn the essentials of boxing for fitness and self-defense. This beginner-friendly class teaches proper stance and footwork, the four basic punches \(jab, cross, hook, uppercut\), and reliable defensive moves for protecting the head and body \(blocks, parries, slips, rolls\). You’ll practice simple offense/defense combinations, movement & distancing, and partner drills to build confidence, timing, and practical self-defense skills. No experience required — come ready to move!

Fundamentals

[ul][li]Stance & guard [li]Footwork

Punching basics

[ul][li]Jab[li]Cross[li]Hook[li]Uppercut

Defense — head & body

[ul][li]High cover / shell[li]Low-body cover [li]Parry & deflect[li]Slip & roll [li]Step & angle out[li]Clinching basics

Combining offense & defense

[ul][li]Basic combos \(e.g., jab–cross, jab–hook, jab–cross–slip–counter\).[li]Defense-to-counter patterns \(parry jab → cross; slip outside → hook\).[li]Timing & range drills: mitts, partner pads, controlled light sparring.