Saturday 3rd August 2019
Grand Hotel Blackpool

We aim to provide something a little different on our inaugural white collar boxing dinner show, with a more formal setting, three-course meal, entertainment, and some first-rate, evenly matched boxing bouts.

Mark it in your diaries and get excited, this is one not to be missed!

Tickets will be available from next week with fighters and bouts being formally announced in due course.

If you are interested in fighting on the bill please contact either Ryan or Mark directly.

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WE HAVE MOVED!

NEW ADDRESS: DAVIES BOXING GYM, UNIT 1, MITCHAM RD, BLACKPOOL FY4 4QN

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We have had nearly 3 years in our current facility and have been blown away by its continued success. We have grown a loyal group of clients who have gone on to become friends. Our classes are at capacity every week and the time has now come to continue what we have been doing these past few years but on a larger scale.

The move is tinged with a bit of sadness as this is where we originally set our stall and met all our new friends. It is also the place where me and dad saw out my professional boxing career – highs, lows, titles and tears – unfortunately to its premature conclusion. Many great memories were made there… but now for the future!

The good news is we are not moving far… UINT 1, Mitcham Road is still off Cornford Road but about 300 yards away from our existing site with the same catchment area but a better facility in order for us to deliver an ever higher quality service to each and every one of our members.

This is our family business, with my sister Sian taking an even larger role within it. As a family we cannot wait to show you what is in store in our next phase of development.

More classes, more equipment and more of the same service you are so used to with us! I have visited many gyms all over the country and the aim with this is to make it the most visually impressive Boxing Gym yet. I honestly think it’s a possibility

The move is well underway! Work is still to be done but all being well we will be up, running and ready to come out for round 2 at the beginning of Easter – classes will on in our CURRENT PREMISES as usual this week

Exciting times indeed. We cannot wait to share it with you all!

Ryan

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Women’s Fitness Class – Mondays 7pm till 8pm – £5
The women’s fitness class uses boxing and functional training methods for fat burning, improving general fitness and toning and sculpting and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Men’s Fitness Class – Tuesdays 6pm till 7pm – £5
The men’s fitness class is suitable for all ages and fitness levels and uses the same training and fitness techniques as used by professional boxers, which vary between sessions.

Men’s Boxing Class – Thursdays 6pm till 7pm – £5
The men’s boxing class is more boxing orientated than the Tuesday night session, which also incorporates fitness work, but also includes bag and technique work to develop skills.

*NEW* Metafit – Thursdays 7:15pm till 7:45pm – £3.50
Metafit is a HIIT workout for men and women that combines traditional bodyweight exercises with the latest interval and Tabata techniques to set the metabolism on fire!

Men’s Open Sparring Session – Saturday 10am – £5
The men’s open sparring session offers learning rounds for all abilities in a fun, safe and friendly environment, where knowledge can be learnt and skills honed.

Kid’s Developmental Boxing – Sunday 9am till 10am – £5
The kids development boxing class offers contemporary boxing and fitness training for children aged 6 to 14, teaching the basics to develop their boxing abilities.

There is no need to book for any of classes, just turn up!

More classes are to be added for 2018 soon! Stay tuned for more updates!

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Starting on Thursday 19th October, we are bringing the incredible bodyweight HIIT workout and training system, Metafit to our facility.

Created by a former Royal Marine Commando and a national gymnast, Metafit combines traditional bodyweight exercises with the latest interval and Tabata techniques to set the metabolism on fire! It is a 30 minute metabolic workout that lasts for 24 hours! It is non choreographed, true HIIT training.

Our very own Sian Davies, is now a fully qualified Metafit instructor and will be taking the classes every Thursday from 7:15pm for 30 minutes.

To find out more about Metafit click here.

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Unfortunately this is not the case. The Doctor has advised me to cease my participation in Boxing as the change will no doubt get worse if I continue to take unneeded impact. I had a long chat with my promoter and who has been fantastic over the weekend and there is no arguments from us or the need to contest it. Health is the most important, and as I stand I am fully healthy and able to live a fully normal life with my friends, family and now my perfect little girl. Nothing is worth risking that, even my own legacy.

That being said I have so many mixed emotions in leaving this brutal but amazing sport behind. Boxing has given me so much and the journey it has taken me on has turned me from a boy into a man. I have met some amazing people and had some of the best experiences of my life because of it. To sign myself out of the game I wanted to put something together not just for me but for all of my fantastic supporters and sponsors that summed up my small contribution to this sport. I was always so lucky to have you all throughout the years and I cannot tell you how much it meant to me. I will be forever grateful.

To try and condense something I have dedicated my last decade into a 9 min video was very hard but everything shown even down to the music (for you F.D) has special meaning to me. I can now walk away with my head held high. I didn’t achieve everything I wanted but I’m very proud of my time served. Everything happened for a reason and even the lows helped define what sort of character I am when I dusted myself off and came back bigger stronger and better. Thank-you to the countless people who have helped me over the years I hope this video pays tribute to you.

Finally as I often do on any of my posts, thanks to my Dad – my trainer and best friend rolled into one. No one had faith in me like you did Dad, and I honestly gave my all to make you proud. This was never just for me, it was for US. You did me proud Dad and I am so happy we travelled this Journey together.

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It is very sad to have to write this, but I voluntarily took another brain scan before this fight as at the start of the year when I had my routine scan, a ‘change’ was found. It was determined this wouldn’t be an issue for my boxing career at the time – unless there were subsequent ones. Here we are a short time later and it seems to have got worse, with a second ‘change’ discovered in just over 6 months.

My license has been revoked by the BBBoC until I see a neurosurgeon specialist. Obviously, I will be doing this as soon as possible to find out all the facts, but realistically, it is looking very likely that this is the end for me in active, professional competition.

I am absolutely gutted and totally heartbroken. Boxing has been my life and I have sacrificed so much to get where I am today. I really feel I was on the cusp of hitting my targets with an English Title shot within our reach this year, but perhaps it was not meant to be. Doors were starting to open for me in every sense and I felt I was really starting to get somewhere, making real progress. I have fought to even get to where I am today and I have certainly not done it the easy way. Perhaps with the medical issues at the start of my career and now these, it is a sign, if you believe in that kind of thing.

Despite saying this, seeing my daughter and living my life completely normal is more important than any title strap. With the birth of my daughter due in the next month, family and health is what matters and I simply don’t think I can take any further risks. I have to take her into consideration in regards to all decisions now, as well as the rest of my family.

Although I ultimately failed to achieve what I set out to do, I am proud of my professional career and overall record, if that is it, winning 12 out of 13 fights and the past 9 on the bounce.

I would like to thank all of my sponsors, throughout the past 3 years who have stood behind me and backed me. Local firms, run by good people, like Ma Kellys, Express Linen Services, The Nutrition Group, Appletree Finance and more and also Jaimie Fuller at SKINS who took a shot on me. I am very grateful to all of you and just sorry I couldn’t fully repay your faith by getting to where we wanted to be. A special mention to Melissa and the guys at Suzi Wong who have been an absolute pleasure to deal with, whatever the request, and have given me some great kit to treasure forever.

Also, thanks to my supporters and anyone who has bought a ticket to watch me fight, travelling all over the country, regularly selling the most on a show, allowing me to live my dream of being a fighter. It really means the world to me and again, I am sorry to have let anyone down.

For anyone who has bought a ticket for the September 1st show, full refunds will be given. Contact me for details or visit the Gym.

Thanks to my team – Neil Marsh for getting me the opportunities so quickly, Steve Easter, John Davies, Sean Thickett, Alan Levene, Chris Daniels, Mark Barker and Nick Wall for helping me prepare for fights over the years.

Finally, my dad, who has been my partner in all of this. I have enjoyed every moment of the journey with my best mate. We may not have hit the heights as planned, but we had our moments in the pro game and proved many people wrong. Thank you for always being by my side and we can look forward to more of that in the future as partners in Davies Boxing Gym.

My immediate aims now are to push the gym like never before and put my full attention into the expansion of Davies Boxing Gym. Whether this is the end for RP Davies in boxing, I cannot say for sure, but I need to take some time away whilst this is still very raw, enjoy the birth of my daughter and get all the medical facts before I make any announcements of my plans. I will always be involved with Boxing, to some extent, as it is in my blood.

Thanks to everyone for your support.

Ryan

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He meets George Rhodes Junior in the super-welterweight British challenge bout at the Hilton Hotel.

Davies said: ”It is a huge opportunity and the type that I have been asking for for a while now.”

“It is a tough fight, my hardest to date. On paper its a well matched fight and I am excited to get in the ring on fight night.”

“I know quite a bit about George. He is young and hungry, has a good amateur pedigree, comes from a good boxing family and looks like a good, talented kid.”

“He will fancy his chances that is for sure and will be looking to put right his defeat in his last fight.”

“He is coming to win and has his own ambitions so it will be a different proposition and a different kind of opponent for me, but this in itself will present its own opportunities.”

“This is why I think I will shine – the better the opposition the better I will perform.”

Davies says preparations for next month’s bout have been going to plan.

He added: “I have already enjoyed some tough sparring rounds with Ben Davies, Lloyd ‘The Viking’ Campbell and Mick Hall, with more lined up.”

“I have not made many changes but working on one or two things and also hired a nutritionalist to help ensure my food and weight is spot on.”

“I am feel as fit as I ever have and very strong.”

The Hilton Hotel promotion is a dinner show and Davies says he is expecting a packed house, with Rhodes expected to have his supporters.

Davies said: “It will be a good atmosphere and it is always good to fight in Blackpool, a town I represent every time I step in the ring.“

“Now I am just looking forward to putting in the hard work now over the next 4 weeks and doing the business come fight night.”

Also on the Hilton Hotel bill will be Preston middleweight Mick Hall, with the full line up to be finalised.

Tickets cost £65, which includes a two-course meal, with ringside VIP tickets available for £80.

Tickets are available from Davies Boxing Gym, by calling 07780962863 or emailing info@rpdboxing.com.

Source: Steve Simpson, Blackpool Gazette, 10th August 2017

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Job Description

We are looking to add a self-employed fitness instructor or personal trainer to our boxing and fitness facility in Blackpool. We want someone to join our family run business to establish and build a loyal client base, bringing something to our friendly, positive environment.

Davies Boxing Gym celebrates its 3^rd birthday this year and is owned and run by father and son duo Ryan Davies (professional boxer) and Mark Davies (professional boxing trainer) and aims to offer a top quality boxing and fitness experience. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and passionate about fitness, whether experienced or just getting started in the industry who wants to work as a part of a small, close knit team.

A combat sports or martial arts background would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Main Duties and Tasks:
– Run your own self-employed business by pro-actively generating new clients
– Ensure client retention by providing high levels of service and added value through fitness advice and guidance in the facility
– Plan and deliver training sessions to the highest standards
– Conduct gym classes to the highest standards
– Interact with customers with enthusiasm, passion and knowledge
– Social Media content and updates through company pages

Person Requirements:
– Driven, ambitious and a strong desire to be successful
– Excellent communication and inter personal skills
– Friendly, outgoing personality
– Motivated to help people achieve their fitness goals
– Positive and pro-active outlook
– Excellent time management and punctuality

Essential Requirements:
– Level 3 Personal Trainer certification (would consider someone currently studying for their qualification)
– Public Liability Insurance – we can assist with this if need be!
– Right to work in the UK
– A willingness to work for a minimum of 10 hours per week

This a great job opportunity to develop or commence your career in the fitness industry in a positive, friendly environment. If you feel you match the requirements detailed above, we would love to hear from you.

Alternatively you can download the job description by clicking here.

To apply for this position, send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why this opportunity is right for you to info@rpdboxing.com

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