{"product_id":"sparring-workshop-wednesday-14th","title":"Intro to Sparring: One-Off Workshop - Wednesday 14th October","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dmNewParagraph u_1975634104\" id=\"1975634104\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntro to Sparring: One-Off Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eStarts: 730pm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDuration: 60 minutes, with the option to stay for an extra 30\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn introduction to sparring for boxers interested in progressing towards regular sparring at the club. You'll get a first experience of what sparring looks and feels like, and learn the expectations and etiquette involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe session will include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-ups and drills to get you moving and working with a partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrations of controlled sparring, so you know what to expect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight partner work, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith coaches matching partners by experience and ability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechnical rounds focusing on defence, movement, distance or specific punches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSparring should be a conversation between two boxers: a chance to practise skills, learn from each other and develop together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety first:\u003c\/strong\u003e As this session takes place before boxer medicals, all sparring will be light and controlled. The aim is to introduce the experience, not full-intensity sparring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit:\u003c\/strong\u003e We provide the 14–16oz gloves needed for sparring and have a limited number of headguards to borrow. If you have a gumshield, please bring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNext steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxers who want to continue sparring will need an England Boxing Medical done at the club on Thursday 12th November (£10–20, depending on numbers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParents \/ Family\u003c\/strong\u003e are welcome to stay and watch, so you can see what sparring at the club involves and how we keep it safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow it works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Pay for the course on this page!\u003cbr\u003e2. Turn up on the night – no need to book through Gymcatch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Northern Powerhouse Boxing Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55636297974136,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0125\/7894\/7162\/files\/NPB-199_websize.jpg?v=1787239971","url":"https:\/\/www.northernpowerhouseboxing.org.uk\/products\/sparring-workshop-wednesday-14th","provider":"Northern Powerhouse Boxing Academy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}