The boxing club in the Garnock Valley Fitness Centre which has charitable status require mats for the young people who train
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The boxing club in Garnock Valley Fitness Centre has been well established for over 20 years and is a registered charity. The trainers and coaches are made up entirely of volunteers which means that the small training fee charged is reinvested in the club for the benefit of the young people. The fees cover the costs of licences, overheads and equipment. However in order to ensure that fees are affordable for the young people this means that funds can run short for equipment. We are therefore looking for funds to purchase mats. Rubber flooring is the best for boxing gyms as it provides a durable surface and is long lasting. Currently we have mats that cover some of the gym area but as membership expands more of the hall area is used but is uncovered.
Boxing for young people helps to build skills and strengths in confidence, resiliance, self-confidence, ethics and values and healthy living.
Boxing isn't just about throwing punches. Boxing can teach kids the virtue of non-violence. The ring is the only place they can use their boxing skills or they run the risk of loosing their licence. They'll learn about their body, it's capability and limits. They'll engage with their mind, body and spirit. Self-confidence is improved as they learn by their mistakes, face challenges, overcome doubt and improve their technique. Comradeship is gained when the young people train together, spar and compete. They will learn to respect each other.
Boxing has many benefits for young people.
40 mats x £35 = £1400 (club will meet the rest of the costs)
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