A practical guide to boxing for men over 50, alongside strength, cardio, mobility and recovery for men in their 50s, 60s and beyond.
Boxing And Exercise For Men Over 50: Strength, Fitness & Longevity
The best programme for men over 50 combines progressive strength training, cardiovascular activity, balance, mobility and enough recovery. Boxing can provide engaging cardio, coordination and skill, while resistance work and everyday movement complete the plan.
By Paul Carroll · BSc (Hons) Sport Science · Advanced Personal Trainer · Former British University Heavyweight Champion · 25+ years coaching
Boxing and exercise after 50 should be built around the individual’s starting point, goals, health and training experience.
4
Training Elements
Strength, cardio, balance and mobility
2+
Strength Days
Train all the major muscle groups
150
Weekly Minutes
Build towards the moderate-activity guideline
1-to-1
Private Coaching
Beginner-friendly sessions across London
Quick Answer
What Is The Best Exercise For Men Over 50?
The best approach is a balanced programme, not one supposedly perfect exercise.
Use progressive resistance training for the main strength patterns; cardiovascular activity for heart and lung fitness; balance and coordination work for confident movement; and mobility to maintain useful ranges. Boxing can contribute cardio, footwork, coordination and concentration, but it should sit alongside strength training rather than replace it.
Age alone does not determine the right starting level. A previously active man may continue training vigorously, while somebody returning after years of inactivity may begin with short walks, supported strength exercises and controlled non-contact boxing drills. Start from your current capacity and progress from there.
A Complete Programme
The Four Essentials For Men Over 50
Current UK guidance advises adults to strengthen the major muscle groups on at least two days each week and accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate activity, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity. From 65, deliberate balance and flexibility work receives added emphasis. These are population guidelines, not a requirement to begin at the full amount.
01 · Strength
Train The Whole Body
Practise squat, hinge, push, pull and carry patterns. Resistance can come from body weight, bands, dumbbells or other equipment, with difficulty increased gradually.
02 · Cardio
Build Useful Stamina
Brisk walking, cycling, swimming and boxing rounds can all contribute. Use an intensity appropriate to your health, fitness and recovery.
03 · Balance
Coordinate Movement
Footwork, controlled direction changes, step-to-balance drills and single-leg variations can develop stability and movement confidence.
04 · Mobility
Move And Recover
Use controlled movement through comfortable ranges and allow enough recovery between harder sessions. Mobility should support training, not become a painful flexibility contest.
Non-contact boxing gives cardiovascular work a skill-based purpose. Instead of simply repeating a machine movement, you learn stance, guard, punches, defence, footwork and combinations. Each round asks you to move, think and respond while the pace remains adjustable.
You do not need to spar or be hit. A beginner can start with straight punches from a stable stance, short rounds and limited footwork. As technique and fitness improve, combinations, direction changes, defensive movements and conditioning can be introduced progressively.
Cardio With A Purpose
Round length, rest and pace can be adjusted so the session challenges fitness without turning every effort into an all-out interval.
Coordination And Footwork
Punching while maintaining stance and moving in different directions develops timing, control and whole-body coordination.
Concentration And Skill
Combinations and defensive decisions keep the mind involved. Progress is measured in cleaner movement and better timing as well as fitness.
Adjustable Impact
Movement range, punch force and footwork can be modified. Some clients begin seated or largely stationary before adding more movement.
What boxing does not replace: Padwork alone is not a complete resistance programme. Men over 50 still benefit from progressively training the legs, hips, back, chest, shoulders, arms and trunk through suitable strength exercises.
Practical Exercise Selection
Seven Of The Best Exercises For Men Over 50
The useful version of an exercise is the one you can perform with control and progress safely. The examples below cover boxing skill, major strength patterns, carrying and balance. They can be simplified or made more demanding according to experience.
01 · Skill And Cardio
Boxing Rounds
Use shadow boxing, coached padwork or controlled bag work for stance, punches, defence and cardiovascular conditioning.
Start: 4–6 short rounds with generous rest.
02 · Legs
Squat Or Sit-To-Stand
Build leg strength for standing, stairs and stable boxing movement. Use a chair height that allows control.
Progress: lower the chair or add resistance.
03 · Hips And Back
Hip Hinge
Practise moving through the hips while maintaining trunk control. This pattern supports lifting and posterior-chain strength.
Progress: add dumbbells when technique is consistent.
04 · Pull
Band, Cable Or Dumbbell Row
Train the upper back and arms while practising shoulder-blade control. Keep the neck relaxed and avoid jerking the resistance.
Progress: increase resistance gradually.
05 · Push
Incline Press-Up
Use a wall, rail or sturdy raised surface to train the chest, shoulders, arms and trunk without forcing a floor variation too soon.
Progress: use a lower surface.
06 · Single-Leg Strength
Step-Up Or Split Squat
Develop strength and control one side at a time. Hold a stable support if balance currently limits the exercise.
Progress: increase range before adding load.
07 · Carry And Balance
Loaded Carry And Step-To-Balance
Carry suitable weights with upright posture, then practise controlled steps into a brief balanced position without rushing.
Progress: add distance, load or movement complexity separately.
Evidence Without Hype
What The Evidence Says About Training After 50
The evidence for resistance exercise in later life is much stronger than claims about any single branded workout. Research reviews show that adults aged 50 and over can improve strength and muscular power through appropriately designed resistance training. Age does not remove the ability to adapt.
Boxing is valuable because it can make cardiovascular and coordination work enjoyable enough to repeat. Research into non-contact boxing is still developing, so this guide does not claim that boxing alone prevents falls, treats medical conditions or replaces a complete strength programme.
This example combines two full-body strength sessions, one boxing session, moderate cardiovascular activity, mobility and recovery. It is a framework rather than a prescription. Reduce the duration or number of sessions if you are starting from a low activity level.
Monday
Full-Body Strength A
Squat, row, incline press-up, carry and comfortable mobility.
Tuesday
Moderate Cardio
Brisk walking, cycling or swimming at a sustainable pace.
Wednesday
Boxing And Mobility
Technique, padwork, footwork, controlled conditioning and mobility.
Thursday
Recovery Movement
An easy walk and light movement, or complete rest if needed.
Friday
Full-Body Strength B
Hinge, step-up, pulling, pushing, carrying and balance work.
Saturday
Enjoyable Activity
Walking, cycling, swimming or optional easy boxing practice.
Sunday
Rest And Reset
Rest, prepare for the week and notice how your body has responded.
Use The Talk Test
During moderate activity you should breathe faster but still be able to talk. Harder work should be introduced deliberately, not accidentally.
Recovery Is Training
Progress depends on balancing challenge with recovery. Persistent fatigue is a reason to adjust the plan, not proof that the session worked.
Consistency Wins
A manageable routine repeated for months is more useful than an extreme week followed by a long break.
Begin At The Right Level
Starting Boxing After 50: What Changes?
The fundamentals of boxing do not change at 50: stance, balance, timing, accuracy and controlled movement still matter. What changes is the need to respect your present training history, recovery, health and any restrictions rather than assuming that age alone tells the whole story.
A first session may use a longer warm-up, shorter rounds and more static technical work. Someone already active may progress quickly; somebody returning after a long break may need several weeks of gradual exposure. Neither starting point is a problem.
If your primary goal is to learn boxing, the useful question is not “Am I too old?” but “What version of boxing suits me now, and how should it progress?”
Technique, pace, round length and movement can all be adjusted before intensity is increased.
“It Is Too Late To Start”
There is no requirement to have boxed when younger. Complete beginners can learn technique progressively at 50, 60 or later.
“I Will Have To Spar”
Sparring is not required. Private sessions can remain completely non-contact while still teaching authentic stance, movement, punches and defence.
“Every Session Must Be Hard”
Technique sessions, moderate conditioning and strength work all have a place. Progress does not require exhaustion after every workout.
Train With Judgement
Exercise Safety, Recovery And Old Injuries
Being over 50 does not automatically make exercise unsafe, but it increases the likelihood that training history, medication, blood pressure, previous surgery or persistent joint problems may affect the plan. Adaptation should be based on the individual rather than a generic “older person” workout.
Returning After A Break
Begin below the amount you think you could survive. Shorter rounds, fewer exercises and moderate loads leave room to assess recovery before adding more.
Shoulders, Knees And Backs
Exercise range, stance, punch volume and resistance can often be modified, but unexplained, sharp or worsening pain should not be trained through.
Intensity And Recovery
Build harder rounds gradually. Sleep, soreness, energy and technique quality help determine whether the next session should progress or remain steady.
When To Get Medical Advice
The NHS advises speaking to your GP before starting if you have not exercised for some time or have medical conditions or concerns. Seek appropriate medical assessment for symptoms such as chest pain, fainting, unexplained breathlessness, sudden dizziness or sharp and worsening pain. Coaching is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment.
Private Coaching Across London
Private Boxing And Exercise Coaching For Men Over 50
Paul provides private appointment-only coaching rather than a fixed over-50s class. Sessions can combine boxing technique, padwork, strength, cardiovascular conditioning, balance, mobility and core work according to your goal and starting point.
Training can be arranged at suitable homes, parks, offices, hotel gyms, private gyms and other agreed spaces across London. Paul supplies gloves, pads and essential boxing equipment. You do not need previous experience or a particular fitness level.
01 · Prepare
Warm-Up And Movement
Raise temperature, assess movement and prepare the shoulders, hips, knees and trunk.
02 · Learn
Boxing Technique
Stance, footwork, punches, defence and combinations taught step by step on the pads.
03 · Strengthen
Resistance Work
Appropriate squat, hinge, push, pull, carry and core exercises support the boxing work.
04 · Recover
Review And Progress
Finish with controlled movement and use your response to guide the next session.
Paul Carroll is the founder and coach behind Boxing Trainer London. His approach combines first-hand sporting experience, sport science and more than 25 years of coaching people with different ages, abilities and confidence levels—from complete beginners and busy professionals to public figures and people rebuilding after a long break.
Former British University Heavyweight Boxing Champion
Former Great Britain international decathlete
BSc (Hons) Sport Science
Advanced Personal Trainer
More than 25 years of coaching experience
Paul’s coaching is technical, encouraging and adapted to the person rather than their age. For men over 50, that means teaching real boxing skills while programming strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery around the individual’s current needs.
The best programme combines progressive strength training, cardiovascular activity, balance and mobility. Boxing can supply engaging cardio, coordination and skill, but it should be supported by resistance training and regular everyday movement.
Is Boxing Suitable For Men Over 50?
Yes, when the pace, movement, punch volume and impact are appropriate for the individual. Non-contact padwork allows men to learn boxing and improve fitness without sparring or being hit.
Can I Start Boxing At 50 Or 60 With No Experience?
Yes. Complete beginners can start with stance, guard, straight punches, controlled footwork and short rounds. Technique and training demands can then progress according to confidence, fitness and recovery.
How Often Should A Man Over 50 Exercise?
UK guidance recommends strengthening the major muscle groups on at least two days each week and at least 150 minutes of moderate activity, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity. Start with manageable amounts if you are currently inactive.
Is Strength Or Cardio More Important After 50?
Both matter. Strength work trains muscle and useful movement patterns, while cardiovascular activity supports heart and lung fitness. A complete week includes both rather than treating them as competing choices.
Do I Have To Spar?
No. Private boxing fitness and technique sessions can remain completely non-contact. You can learn authentic punches, defence, footwork and padwork without taking part in sparring.
Can Boxing Be Adapted Around An Old Injury?
Some exercises, stances and movements can be modified, but it depends on the injury and current symptoms. Sharp, unexplained or worsening pain should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional rather than trained through.
Do You Offer Boxing Classes For Over 50s Near Me?
Paul provides private appointment-only coaching across London rather than a fixed public over-50s class. Shared sessions for two or three people can also be arranged, subject to location and availability.
What Equipment Do I Need?
Paul supplies boxing gloves, pads and the essential equipment needed for the planned session. Wear comfortable training clothes and suitable footwear, and bring water.
How Much Does Private Coaching Cost?
Private 60-minute coaching ranges from £75 to £95 per hour, depending on the booking option selected. Current options and booking terms are listed on the Training Packages page.
Updated 20 August 2026 · Fighting Fit At Any Age
A practical guide to boxing for men over 50, alongside strength, cardio, mobility and recovery for men in their 50s, 60s and beyond.
Boxing And Exercise For Men Over 50: Strength, Fitness & Longevity
The best programme for men over 50 combines progressive strength training, cardiovascular activity, balance, mobility and enough recovery. Boxing can provide engaging cardio, coordination and skill, while resistance work and everyday movement complete the plan.
Ask About Private Coaching
By Paul Carroll · BSc (Hons) Sport Science · Advanced Personal Trainer · Former British University Heavyweight Champion · 25+ years coaching
4
Training Elements
Strength, cardio, balance and mobility
2+
Strength Days
Train all the major muscle groups
150
Weekly Minutes
Build towards the moderate-activity guideline
1-to-1
Private Coaching
Beginner-friendly sessions across London
Quick Answer
What Is The Best Exercise For Men Over 50?
The best approach is a balanced programme, not one supposedly perfect exercise.
Use progressive resistance training for the main strength patterns; cardiovascular activity for heart and lung fitness; balance and coordination work for confident movement; and mobility to maintain useful ranges. Boxing can contribute cardio, footwork, coordination and concentration, but it should sit alongside strength training rather than replace it.
Age alone does not determine the right starting level. A previously active man may continue training vigorously, while somebody returning after years of inactivity may begin with short walks, supported strength exercises and controlled non-contact boxing drills. Start from your current capacity and progress from there.
A Complete Programme
The Four Essentials For Men Over 50
Current UK guidance advises adults to strengthen the major muscle groups on at least two days each week and accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate activity, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity. From 65, deliberate balance and flexibility work receives added emphasis. These are population guidelines, not a requirement to begin at the full amount.
01 · Strength
Train The Whole Body
Practise squat, hinge, push, pull and carry patterns. Resistance can come from body weight, bands, dumbbells or other equipment, with difficulty increased gradually.
02 · Cardio
Build Useful Stamina
Brisk walking, cycling, swimming and boxing rounds can all contribute. Use an intensity appropriate to your health, fitness and recovery.
03 · Balance
Coordinate Movement
Footwork, controlled direction changes, step-to-balance drills and single-leg variations can develop stability and movement confidence.
04 · Mobility
Move And Recover
Use controlled movement through comfortable ranges and allow enough recovery between harder sessions. Mobility should support training, not become a painful flexibility contest.
Read the current UK Chief Medical Officers’ physical activity guidelines.
Boxing After 50
Why Boxing For Men Over 50 Works So Well
Non-contact boxing gives cardiovascular work a skill-based purpose. Instead of simply repeating a machine movement, you learn stance, guard, punches, defence, footwork and combinations. Each round asks you to move, think and respond while the pace remains adjustable.
You do not need to spar or be hit. A beginner can start with straight punches from a stable stance, short rounds and limited footwork. As technique and fitness improve, combinations, direction changes, defensive movements and conditioning can be introduced progressively.
Cardio With A Purpose
Round length, rest and pace can be adjusted so the session challenges fitness without turning every effort into an all-out interval.
Coordination And Footwork
Punching while maintaining stance and moving in different directions develops timing, control and whole-body coordination.
Concentration And Skill
Combinations and defensive decisions keep the mind involved. Progress is measured in cleaner movement and better timing as well as fitness.
Adjustable Impact
Movement range, punch force and footwork can be modified. Some clients begin seated or largely stationary before adding more movement.
What boxing does not replace: Padwork alone is not a complete resistance programme. Men over 50 still benefit from progressively training the legs, hips, back, chest, shoulders, arms and trunk through suitable strength exercises.
Practical Exercise Selection
Seven Of The Best Exercises For Men Over 50
The useful version of an exercise is the one you can perform with control and progress safely. The examples below cover boxing skill, major strength patterns, carrying and balance. They can be simplified or made more demanding according to experience.
01 · Skill And Cardio
Boxing Rounds
Use shadow boxing, coached padwork or controlled bag work for stance, punches, defence and cardiovascular conditioning.
Start: 4–6 short rounds with generous rest.
02 · Legs
Squat Or Sit-To-Stand
Build leg strength for standing, stairs and stable boxing movement. Use a chair height that allows control.
Progress: lower the chair or add resistance.
03 · Hips And Back
Hip Hinge
Practise moving through the hips while maintaining trunk control. This pattern supports lifting and posterior-chain strength.
Progress: add dumbbells when technique is consistent.
04 · Pull
Band, Cable Or Dumbbell Row
Train the upper back and arms while practising shoulder-blade control. Keep the neck relaxed and avoid jerking the resistance.
Progress: increase resistance gradually.
05 · Push
Incline Press-Up
Use a wall, rail or sturdy raised surface to train the chest, shoulders, arms and trunk without forcing a floor variation too soon.
Progress: use a lower surface.
06 · Single-Leg Strength
Step-Up Or Split Squat
Develop strength and control one side at a time. Hold a stable support if balance currently limits the exercise.
Progress: increase range before adding load.
07 · Carry And Balance
Loaded Carry And Step-To-Balance
Carry suitable weights with upright posture, then practise controlled steps into a brief balanced position without rushing.
Progress: add distance, load or movement complexity separately.
Evidence Without Hype
What The Evidence Says About Training After 50
The evidence for resistance exercise in later life is much stronger than claims about any single branded workout. Research reviews show that adults aged 50 and over can improve strength and muscular power through appropriately designed resistance training. Age does not remove the ability to adapt.
Boxing is valuable because it can make cardiovascular and coordination work enjoyable enough to repeat. Research into non-contact boxing is still developing, so this guide does not claim that boxing alone prevents falls, treats medical conditions or replaces a complete strength programme.
NHS · Ages 19–64
Adult Activity Guidance
Strength, cardiovascular activity and safe starting advice.
NHS · Ages 65+
Older Adult Guidance
Daily movement, strength, balance, flexibility and aerobic activity.
Peer-Reviewed Research
Resistance Training After 50
A meta-analysis examining lower-body muscular power in adults aged 50 and over.
A Realistic Framework
Example Weekly Exercise Plan For Men Over 50
This example combines two full-body strength sessions, one boxing session, moderate cardiovascular activity, mobility and recovery. It is a framework rather than a prescription. Reduce the duration or number of sessions if you are starting from a low activity level.
Monday
Full-Body Strength A
Squat, row, incline press-up, carry and comfortable mobility.
Tuesday
Moderate Cardio
Brisk walking, cycling or swimming at a sustainable pace.
Wednesday
Boxing And Mobility
Technique, padwork, footwork, controlled conditioning and mobility.
Thursday
Recovery Movement
An easy walk and light movement, or complete rest if needed.
Friday
Full-Body Strength B
Hinge, step-up, pulling, pushing, carrying and balance work.
Saturday
Enjoyable Activity
Walking, cycling, swimming or optional easy boxing practice.
Sunday
Rest And Reset
Rest, prepare for the week and notice how your body has responded.
Use The Talk Test
During moderate activity you should breathe faster but still be able to talk. Harder work should be introduced deliberately, not accidentally.
Recovery Is Training
Progress depends on balancing challenge with recovery. Persistent fatigue is a reason to adjust the plan, not proof that the session worked.
Consistency Wins
A manageable routine repeated for months is more useful than an extreme week followed by a long break.
Begin At The Right Level
Starting Boxing After 50: What Changes?
The fundamentals of boxing do not change at 50: stance, balance, timing, accuracy and controlled movement still matter. What changes is the need to respect your present training history, recovery, health and any restrictions rather than assuming that age alone tells the whole story.
A first session may use a longer warm-up, shorter rounds and more static technical work. Someone already active may progress quickly; somebody returning after a long break may need several weeks of gradual exposure. Neither starting point is a problem.
If your primary goal is to learn boxing, the useful question is not “Am I too old?” but “What version of boxing suits me now, and how should it progress?”
“It Is Too Late To Start”
There is no requirement to have boxed when younger. Complete beginners can learn technique progressively at 50, 60 or later.
“I Will Have To Spar”
Sparring is not required. Private sessions can remain completely non-contact while still teaching authentic stance, movement, punches and defence.
“Every Session Must Be Hard”
Technique sessions, moderate conditioning and strength work all have a place. Progress does not require exhaustion after every workout.
Train With Judgement
Exercise Safety, Recovery And Old Injuries
Being over 50 does not automatically make exercise unsafe, but it increases the likelihood that training history, medication, blood pressure, previous surgery or persistent joint problems may affect the plan. Adaptation should be based on the individual rather than a generic “older person” workout.
Returning After A Break
Begin below the amount you think you could survive. Shorter rounds, fewer exercises and moderate loads leave room to assess recovery before adding more.
Shoulders, Knees And Backs
Exercise range, stance, punch volume and resistance can often be modified, but unexplained, sharp or worsening pain should not be trained through.
Intensity And Recovery
Build harder rounds gradually. Sleep, soreness, energy and technique quality help determine whether the next session should progress or remain steady.
When To Get Medical Advice
The NHS advises speaking to your GP before starting if you have not exercised for some time or have medical conditions or concerns. Seek appropriate medical assessment for symptoms such as chest pain, fainting, unexplained breathlessness, sudden dizziness or sharp and worsening pain. Coaching is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment.
Private Coaching Across London
Private Boxing And Exercise Coaching For Men Over 50
Paul provides private appointment-only coaching rather than a fixed over-50s class. Sessions can combine boxing technique, padwork, strength, cardiovascular conditioning, balance, mobility and core work according to your goal and starting point.
Training can be arranged at suitable homes, parks, offices, hotel gyms, private gyms and other agreed spaces across London. Paul supplies gloves, pads and essential boxing equipment. You do not need previous experience or a particular fitness level.
01 · Prepare
Warm-Up And Movement
Raise temperature, assess movement and prepare the shoulders, hips, knees and trunk.
02 · Learn
Boxing Technique
Stance, footwork, punches, defence and combinations taught step by step on the pads.
03 · Strengthen
Resistance Work
Appropriate squat, hinge, push, pull, carry and core exercises support the boxing work.
04 · Recover
Review And Progress
Finish with controlled movement and use your response to guide the next session.
£95
Per Hour
Pay-as-you-go private coaching
£85
Per Hour
With a 10-session block
£75
Per Hour
With a 20-session block
See current options and booking terms on the Training Packages page.
Your Coach
About Paul Carroll
Paul Carroll is the founder and coach behind Boxing Trainer London. His approach combines first-hand sporting experience, sport science and more than 25 years of coaching people with different ages, abilities and confidence levels—from complete beginners and busy professionals to public figures and people rebuilding after a long break.
Paul’s coaching is technical, encouraging and adapted to the person rather than their age. For men over 50, that means teaching real boxing skills while programming strength, conditioning, mobility and recovery around the individual’s current needs.
Media Recognition
Women’s Health UK
Paul contributed expert guidance on strength, posture, balance and training for longevity.
HELLO! Magazine · Isabelle Casey
Isabelle Casey’s article featured Geri Halliwell-Horner’s outdoor boxing workout and Paul’s coaching.
Daily Express · Duncan Craig
A historical Boxing Day feature followed a private training session with Paul in Hyde Park.
Read About Paul
Clear Answers
Boxing And Exercise For Men Over 50 FAQs
What Is The Best Exercise For Men Over 50?
The best programme combines progressive strength training, cardiovascular activity, balance and mobility. Boxing can supply engaging cardio, coordination and skill, but it should be supported by resistance training and regular everyday movement.
Is Boxing Suitable For Men Over 50?
Yes, when the pace, movement, punch volume and impact are appropriate for the individual. Non-contact padwork allows men to learn boxing and improve fitness without sparring or being hit.
Can I Start Boxing At 50 Or 60 With No Experience?
Yes. Complete beginners can start with stance, guard, straight punches, controlled footwork and short rounds. Technique and training demands can then progress according to confidence, fitness and recovery.
How Often Should A Man Over 50 Exercise?
UK guidance recommends strengthening the major muscle groups on at least two days each week and at least 150 minutes of moderate activity, or 75 minutes of vigorous activity. Start with manageable amounts if you are currently inactive.
Is Strength Or Cardio More Important After 50?
Both matter. Strength work trains muscle and useful movement patterns, while cardiovascular activity supports heart and lung fitness. A complete week includes both rather than treating them as competing choices.
Do I Have To Spar?
No. Private boxing fitness and technique sessions can remain completely non-contact. You can learn authentic punches, defence, footwork and padwork without taking part in sparring.
Can Boxing Be Adapted Around An Old Injury?
Some exercises, stances and movements can be modified, but it depends on the injury and current symptoms. Sharp, unexplained or worsening pain should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional rather than trained through.
Do You Offer Boxing Classes For Over 50s Near Me?
Paul provides private appointment-only coaching across London rather than a fixed public over-50s class. Shared sessions for two or three people can also be arranged, subject to location and availability.
What Equipment Do I Need?
Paul supplies boxing gloves, pads and the essential equipment needed for the planned session. Wear comfortable training clothes and suitable footwear, and bring water.
How Much Does Private Coaching Cost?
Private 60-minute coaching ranges from £75 to £95 per hour, depending on the booking option selected. Current options and booking terms are listed on the Training Packages page.
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