Kingsport offering Boxing for Fitness classes

Boxing can be a new and exciting way to get in shape and stay healthy. Not only can boxing improve your heart health and boost your endurance, but the sport also improves balance, helps with weight management and enhances your mental health.

Kingsport Parks and Recreation is offering a Boxing for Fitness program next month at the Lynn View Community Center (257 Walker Street). The program is a beginner’s fitness class with a specialization in boxing.

A certified instructor will teach participants the fundamentals and foundations of boxing. There will be no contact between the participants and gloves will be provided.

Classes will take place on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. from January 10 through February 14 (except January 24). The program is open for participants ages 18 and older and costs $50 for city residents and $60 for non-city residents.

“Boxing is not your typical fitness activity, which is why you should consider signing up for the program today,” said Program Coordinator Michael Morris. “Boxing is both rewarding and enjoyable, as you improve your cardio, your strength and your reflexes all at the same time.”

To register, visit https://bit.ly/4pQEWLB. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link, then search for “boxing” in the search bar.

For information about other programs, events and activities from Kingsport Parks and Recreation, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.