You can box at BerkSports in Hoofddorp without ever having boxed before. In your first session you get a short explanation of the basics first, such as your stance and the punches, and then you simply join in with the group. You can borrow boxing gloves.
The boxing session at BerkSports is cardio boxing: you hit a punchbag, not each other. A session lasts 45 minutes and at most nine people take part. BerkSports is at Rijnlanderweg 1069 in Hoofddorp, between Hoofddorp and Rijsenhout.
Can I box if I have never boxed before?
Yes. The boxing session at BerkSports is made for beginners and experienced people at the same time. The trainer adapts the exercises to your level, and you learn the technique in the session itself. You need no experience, no particular fitness level and no equipment of your own.
Because no more than nine people take part, the trainer sees what you are doing and corrects you when a punch is not right yet. So you are not standing at the back of a full room guessing how it works.
How does your first boxing session at BerkSports go?
Your first boxing session at BerkSports starts with a short explanation of the basics: how to stand, how to hold your hands and how to throw the main punches. After that you join in with the rest of the group. A session lasts 45 minutes in total.
The session itself is varied. You do rhythmic combinations on the punchbag and exercises for your whole body. That way you work on your fitness, strength, coordination and punching technique. You set your own pace: a beginner does not have to go as hard as someone who has been coming for months.
Do I need my own boxing gloves?
No. At BerkSports you can borrow boxing gloves, so you do not need to buy anything for your first session. If you have gloves of your own, you are welcome to bring them.
That way you find out first whether boxing suits you, before you spend money on a pair of your own.
When can you box at BerkSports?
At BerkSports the boxing session is on the schedule twice a week: on Monday from 12:45 to 13:30 and on Wednesday at 18:00. It is the same session both times, so you pick the moment that suits you best.
The Monday afternoon session is for people with time during the day, such as people working from home and parents. The article boxing in your lunch break is about that session. All sessions are in the BerkSports weekly schedule.
What does boxing for beginners cost at BerkSports?
Your first boxing session at BerkSports is free: anyone can take one free trial session. After that you can box with a membership for the group sessions, from €57.50 per month for once a week, or with a class pass of €175 for ten sessions. There is no joining fee.
With a membership you have a fixed slot in the schedule every week, so you do not need to book. A membership can be cancelled monthly. All memberships and prices are on the site.
Frequently asked questions about boxing for beginners
Do I need to be fit to start boxing?
No. At BerkSports you start at the level you are at now. The trainer adapts the exercises, and you decide how hard you go. Taking part for a few weeks is exactly how you build up your fitness. If you have an injury, mention it when you sign up, and the trainer will take it into account.
Is there any fighting in the boxing session?
No. The boxing session at BerkSports is cardio boxing. You hit a punchbag and not another person, and there is no sparring. It is a workout for your fitness, strength and coordination, with boxing technique as the means. So there is nothing to be afraid of if you have never boxed before.
Can I borrow boxing gloves at BerkSports?
Yes. At BerkSports you can borrow boxing gloves, including during your free trial session. So you do not need to buy anything for your first session. If you would rather use your own gloves, just bring them along.
How many people take part in a boxing session?
At most nine per session. BerkSports keeps the group small on purpose, so the trainer can get round to everyone and your technique is corrected straight away. For a beginner that means you get attention, and you do not have to wait for a free punchbag.
How do I request a free boxing trial session?
Through the page free trial session at BerkSports or by phone on +31 6 42030966. On working days BerkSports will contact you within 24 hours to go over your level, any injuries and what you are looking for. Then you choose a session that suits you. You are not tied to anything after the trial session.
Can I combine boxing with another session?
Yes. With a membership for two or three times a week you combine boxing with another group session, such as Small Group Training or BBB. A member can also always switch sessions. More about the session itself is on the page about boxing in Hoofddorp and Rijsenhout.
Try your first boxing session for free
At BerkSports at Rijnlanderweg 1069 in Hoofddorp your first boxing session is free. You get a short explanation of the basics first, you can borrow gloves and you train with at most nine people.
