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weary_heart wrote:

asc_26 wrote:

sage & onion wrote:

bushra21 wrote:

Smelly_Melly wrote:Are there any places in Dubai where I can get boxing lessons?

try this link

But why do lovely ladies want to box????

Boxing is a physical fitness too not only for men. And it's not boring.

Kick boxing is more fun!

Well then put all the info needed here, where, how, when

zam wrote:

weary_heart wrote:

asc_26 wrote:

sage & onion wrote:

bushra21 wrote:

Smelly_Melly wrote:Are there any places in Dubai where I can get boxing lessons?

try this link

But why do lovely ladies want to box????

Boxing is a physical fitness too not only for men. And it's not boring.

Kick boxing is more fun!

Well then put all the info needed here, where, how, when

Here's what on my list:

1. Big Apple, Emirates Towers - 04 3198661 (5.30 - 6.15pm)
2. Rooftop Fitness Center, Moevenpick Hotel - 04 3366000 (6 - 7pm)
3. Colosseum Health & Fitness Club - 04 3372755 (7.30 - 8.30pm)

There is also in Metropolitan Hotel - need to check the timings and day.

Thanks for that info weary. smelly_melly can check on that once he/she's already in dubai. I'll check on that too.

asc_26 wrote:Thanks for that info weary. smelly_melly can check on that once he/she's already in dubai. I'll check on that too.

Im a 'He' (smelly_melly is cos Im living in Melbourne).

I've been very interested in Finding someone to spar with... I used to box... and I'd love to get back into it.

If you are an amature, I could give you a few pointers and possibly help with technique. Was Under 19's county champ 2 years back in Texas.

Smelly_Melly wrote:

asc_26 wrote:Thanks for that info weary. smelly_melly can check on that once he/she's already in dubai. I'll check on that too.

Im a 'He' (smelly_melly is cos Im living in Melbourne).

Noted dearest.

bear wrote:I've been very interested in Finding someone to spar with... I used to box... and I'd love to get back into it.

If you are an amature, I could give you a few pointers and possibly help with technique. Was Under 19's county champ 2 years back in Texas.

Bear, me and zam don't have any intention to box that would lead us inside the ring. Ours is only for physical fitness...hehehe.. u missed out my photo.

Also, i don't spar with men.

asc_26 wrote:

bear wrote:I've been very interested in Finding someone to spar with... I used to box... and I'd love to get back into it.

If you are an amature, I could give you a few pointers and possibly help with technique. Was Under 19's county champ 2 years back in Texas.

Bear, me and zam don't have any intention to box that would lead us inside the ring. Ours is only for physical fitness...hehehe.. u missed out my photo.

Also, i don't spar with men.

Ah... I could very easily take you through the training regime without putting you in a ring or even ever punching anyone.

It's a hard work out and you learn a bit of self defence as well.

and yes i'm afraid i did miss out on your picture

asc_26 wrote:

bear wrote:I've been very interested in Finding someone to spar with... I used to box... and I'd love to get back into it.

If you are an amature, I could give you a few pointers and possibly help with technique. Was Under 19's county champ 2 years back in Texas.

Bear, me and zam don't have any intention to box that would lead us inside the ring. Ours is only for physical fitness...hehehe.. u missed out my photo.

Also, i don't spar with men.

Im pretty much in it for the same reason, dont really want to fight anyone, but want to get fit and also have a bit of co-odination to be able to defend myself when in need.

Like I said... i could take you through the training regime.

bear wrote:Like I said... i could take you through the training regime.

When would that be? Shall we wait for smelly_melly?

thanks, but no need to wait for me. when i get there i will definately join in though. I look forward to it.

Would love regular updates to your progress though.

Kick boxing is more fun!

Here's what on my list:

1. Big Apple, Emirates Towers - 04 3198661 (5.30 - 6.15pm)
2. Rooftop Fitness Center, Moevenpick Hotel - 04 3366000 (6 - 7pm)
3. Colosseum Health & Fitness Club - 04 3372755 (7.30 - 8.30pm)

There is also in Metropolitan Hotel - need to check the timings and day

Wow weary nice research! Do you know which is nearest to Deira, Al Ghurair side? Bur Dubai is too traffic! And if you know the fee's also, pls post here! Thanks again!

zam wrote:Kick boxing is more fun!

Well then put all the info needed here, where, how, when [/quote]

Here's what on my list:

1. Big Apple, Emirates Towers - 04 3198661 (5.30 - 6.15pm)
2. Rooftop Fitness Center, Moevenpick Hotel - 04 3366000 (6 - 7pm)
3. Colosseum Health & Fitness Club - 04 3372755 (7.30 - 8.30pm)

There is also in Metropolitan Hotel - need to check the timings and day.[/quote]

Wow weary nice research! Do you know which is nearest to Deira, Al Ghurair side? Bur Dubai is too traffic! And if you know the fee's also, pls post here! Thanks again! [/quote]

All this lot doing boxing???

what is that sage?

zam wrote:what is that sage?

What is what Zam??

Come join me in general chat and lets give this guy something to think about

Anyone of you here watched the boxing last night held in Nevada, Las Vegas? I've watched it via live coverage, the main event is quite disappointing..only lasted for 3 rounds, not worth a ticket.

That was really a dramatic bout. Bear, Zam where are you?

sage & onion wrote:

zam wrote:what is that sage?

What is what Zam??

Come join me in general chat and lets give this guy something to think about

Arrrggg I miss this one, sorry!

asc_26 wrote:Anyone of you here watched the boxing last night held in Nevada, Las Vegas? I've watched it via live coverage, the main event is quite disappointing..only lasted for 3 rounds, not worth a ticket.

That was really a dramatic bout. Bear, Zam where are you?

There is one match coming up w/c involves a guy famously as Pacman, will post about it shortly. Dont miss that one!

My fridays and saturdays are exclusive days for my family Now em back but since its the 7th bday of my son today, will log out a bit early!

Happy Birthday to your Baby Boy zam... hug him for me. Today is the bday of my colleague too, im preparing something here in the office.. surprises..surprises...

zam wrote:

sage & onion wrote:

zam wrote:what is that sage?

What is what Zam??

Come join me in general chat and lets give this guy something to think about

Arrrggg I miss this one, sorry!

asc_26 wrote:Anyone of you here watched the boxing last night held in Nevada, Las Vegas? I've watched it via live coverage, the main event is quite disappointing..only lasted for 3 rounds, not worth a ticket.

That was really a dramatic bout. Bear, Zam where are you?

There is one match coming up w/c involves a guy famously as Pacman, will post about it shortly. Dont miss that one!

My fridays and saturdays are exclusive days for my family Now em back but since its the 7th bday of my son today, will log out a bit early!

Congrats on your Son's 7th birthday

Best trilogy in boxing history! El Terrible gave up on the 3rd round during the WBO International Superfeatherweight Title bout. I'm checking on Torres of columbia, he's a southpaw. I would love to see JMM & Baby Face Assassin inside the ring too, all the belts are with them

asc_26 wrote:

bear wrote:Like I said... i could take you through the training regime.

When would that be? Shall we wait for smelly_melly?

Any time you like

Bear,

Where to buy good gloves and other kickboxing stuff?

Tnx.

There are a few good places i've seen... one's in Ibn Batutta in the china part, one in City Center near Ikea, and one in Emirates mall under magic planet.

Thanks. Need to check it tomorrow.

You want gloves as close to Sparing Gloves or Fingered Bag Gloves for training or sparing; not the standard American Boxing gloves, they are just too heavy for a fast martial art. Here are some examples below.




American Boxing Gloves

These are what you don't want... Notice that they are thicker and heavier.



Bag Gloves

These are gloves with thin padding, best for professional sparing and practice. The Fingered Gloves (Right) are the type that are used in the UFC.



Tissue Gloves

These are your best option. They are cheap and the perfect glove for training and light sparing. These are the type used in martial arts tournaments for Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, and Jujitsu.

bear wrote:You want gloves as close to Sparing Gloves or Fingered Bag Gloves for training or sparing; not the standard American Boxing gloves, they are just too heavy for a fast martial art. Here are some examples below.




American Boxing Gloves

These are what you don't want... Notice that they are thicker and heavier.

I think, that is what I need Bear.

Also, I need to get something for support for my feet.

Sparing Gloves - mine is colour pink.

asc_26 wrote:Sparing Gloves - mine is colour pink.

No way, not pink

sage & onion wrote:

asc_26 wrote:Sparing Gloves - mine is colour pink.

No way, not pink

Why not dad? That was the allowance you gave me before and i bought sparing gloves remember? I do box & still manage to be feminine.