In this chapter you will learn the two key principles of boxing – the guard and stepping. In the first lesson, you will be learning how to get into a proper guard stance, how to perform basic boxing steps and the common mistakes you should be aware of. The second video deals with different drills you can perform to improve your guard and footwork.

This chapter will focus on straight punches, one of the most important techniques in boxing. We will begin by explaining the proper form for throwing a straight punch, including how to position your body, hips, and arms to generate maximum power. We will then demonstrate a series of drills you can use to practice throwing straight punches, including technique and partner drills. By the end of this chapter, you should have a solid understanding of how to throw effective straight punches.

In this chapter we will focus on curved punches. These are punches that are thrown with a bent arm, using the elbow and forearm to generate power – these include the hook, which is thrown horizontally, and the uppercut, which is thrown vertically. We will cover the proper technique for throwing these punches, as well as how to set them up and incorporate them into your overall fighting strategy and osme dirlls you can perform to practice these punches. By the end of this chapter, you will have a solid understanding of how to throw effective curved punches.

In this chapter, we will cover the various defences used in boxing. Defences are an essential element of boxing, as they allow you to protect yourself from your opponent’s punches and create openings in your opponent’s guard. We will cover the key defenses in boxing. We will also discuss how to use footwork and head movement to evade your opponent’s punches and create openings for counterattacks. By the end of this chapter, you should have a solid understanding of the different defences used in boxing and how to apply them in a fight.

In this chapter we will focus on building combinations. To be effective, combinations must be well-timed and coherent, allowing the boxer to exploit openings in the opponent’s guard. We will cover the basic principles of combination punching, including how to create openings, set up punches, rhythm, and distance. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundation in combination punching and be well on your way to becoming a more effective boxer.