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Boxing is often referred to as the "Manly Art of Self Defense." It is a very

respectable sport that has a rough side to it.

Boxing takes place in a sixteen to twenty-four foot square padded area called a

ring. A boxing match (referred to as a bout) is usually a fast , violent show of strength,

stamina, and skill. The boxers throw powerful punches as each tries to win the bout by

means of points, knocking his opponent unconscious, or forcing him to give up the fight.

While at the same time , each boxer must guard his head and body against the others

punches by dodging or blocking the blows. The action may take place in any part of the

ring as the fighters weave about or press forward, trying to get a chance for a successful

blow or combination.

Good boxers are strong, quick, skillful, and in top physical condition. They also have

the courage and determination to fight in spite of pain and exhaustion.

Boxers fight as amateurs or professionals. Most amateurs compete as members of

and organization or team and some box in tournaments. Amateurs may not accept or

receive money for boxing. Professionals fight for money and are often referred to as

prize fighters.

Boxing Regulations



The rules followed for amateurs and professional bouts do differ for the United States

and in international and Olympic Game competition.

Weight Classes-Boxers compete in classes, or divisions, based on their weight. To

fight in a particular class, a boxer may not weigh more than the maximum for that class.

The professional weight classes from heaviest to lightest is Heavyweight, Junior

Heavyweight , Middleweight, Junior Middleweight, Welterweight, Junior...