The fighters behind the gym
The Real Boxing Gym is home to athletes who take boxing seriously. Meet the fighters, coaches and competitors putting the work in between the ropes.
Meet the fightersMore than a fitness gym
Boxing is more than throwing punches. Competitive fighters need discipline, conditioning, technical ability and the ability to perform when someone is trying to stop them.
The Real Boxing Gym provides an environment where athletes can develop those qualities, test themselves and work towards competition.
Professional Boxer
Shaun Potgieter is a professional boxer with a record of 11 wins, 3 losses and 0 draws. He competes in the heavyweight division and is the current SA Heavyweight Champion.
Professional Boxer
Amos Mphande is a professional boxer with a record of 6 wins, 1 loss and 0 draws. He competes in the lightweight division and is a ruthless competitor.
Professional Boxer
Liam Fox is a professional boxer with a record of 3 wins, 0 losses and 1 draw. He competes in the welterweight division and is known for his aggressive fighting style.
Professional Boxer
Tiago do Cabeco is a professional boxer with a record of 0 wins, 1 loss and 0 draws. He competes in the welterweight division. An underdog to watch out for.
You don't become a fighter when you step into the ring. You become one every day you choose to train.The Real Boxing Gym / Competition
The path to professional boxing
Professional boxing is the result of years of development — not one big decision.
Before a boxer gets their professional licence, there is a lot of work that happens outside the spotlight. Technique. Conditioning. Amateur fights. Sparring. Experience. Losses. Adjustments.
The exact journey is different for every fighter, but the progression remains the same: become good enough, experienced enough and prepared enough to take the next step.
Build the fundamentals. Stance, footwork, defence, punching technique and ring awareness.
Turn technique into ability through structured training, conditioning, drills and sparring.
Step into amateur competition and experience what training alone cannot replicate. Learn under pressure.
Use every fight as feedback. Identify weaknesses, refine your style and become a more complete fighter.
Gain experience, consistency and the competitive maturity required to move towards the next level.
When the time is right, take the step into professional boxing with a clear understanding of what comes next.
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